A jury trial was held at Starke County Circuit Court this week for former Starke County Sheriff’s Department detective Don Ferguson.
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Motor Vehicle Collision in Knox Results in Fatality
According to a press release from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office, on Friday March 28th, 2025, at approximately 8:02am, Starke County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of CR 800 E. and CR 50 S. in Knox.
Continue readingStarke County Sheriff’s Department Announces Employees of the Year 2024
On March 25, 2025, Starke County Sheriff Jack Rosa and department staff celebrated five employees who were recognized as their 2024 Employees of the Year. The Sheriff’s Department lauded their “hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving our community”, and stated in a press release that these employees “have set a remarkable example for us all.”.
Continue readingStarke County and Knox Police Make Firearm Arrest
On Christmas day at approximately 12:18 a.m. CT, a message was sent to the Starke County Sheriff’s Department regarding an individual with a firearm that arrived at a residence near the 6000 North block of 300 East in Hamlet.
Continue readingTwo Starke County 911 Dispatchers Recognized
Two Starke County 911 dispatchers were honored for their life saving efforts during calls to the 911 emergency line.
Continue readingStarke County Sheriff’s Department Responds to Accident
Starke County emergency responders were called to a single-vehicle accident in the early morning hours Saturday, August 17 in the area of U.S. 35 near 200 N.
Continue readingMotorcycle Driver Injured in Accident, Charges Pending
A Knox man was injured in a motorcycle accident Wednesday, June 19 in the area of 3800 S. 300 E. in Knox.
Continue readingTwo Injured in Starke County Crash
Two people were injured in an accident Tuesday, March 26 at 5 a.m. CT in the area of U.S. 30 and 1100 E. in Starke County.
Continue readingOne Injured in Accident in Starke County
A New Jersey man was injured in a single-vehicle accident Friday, February 16 in Starke County.
Continue readingOne Injured in Accident in Hamlet Area
Crash Claims Life of Knox Man
Semi Rollover Accident in Starke County Results in Minor Injuries
A semi rollover accident in the area of U.S. 30 and 600 E. in Hamlet Wednesday, January 10 resulted in minor injuries to the driver.
Continue readingSan Pierre Man Arrested on Intimidation Charges
A San Pierre man was arrested Tuesday, December 26 after deputies with the Starke County Sheriff’s Department were called to a residence in San Pierre just after 7 p.m. CT regarding a man threatening a person.
Continue readingTraffic Stop in Starke County Leads to Arrest of Knox Man
A traffic stop conducted by Starke County Sheriff’s Department deputies Monday, December 4 resulted in the arrest of a Knox man.
Continue readingDyer Man Arrested after Pursuit in Starke County
A Dyer man was arrested Thursday, November 9 after reportedly leading Starke County Sheriff’s Department officers on a pursuit.
Continue readingInjuries Reported in Wednesday Morning Accident in Starke County
Starke County emergency responders were called an accident on U.S. 30 just east of 50 East just before 1 a.m. CT Wednesday, November 1 that resulted in injuries.
Continue readingTwo Injured in Tuesday Afternoon Accident in Starke County
Two people were injured in a Tuesday afternoon accident in the area of Range Road and 500 South in Starke County.
Continue readingPolice Investigate Fatal Accident in Starke County
Police are investigating a fatal accident that occurred Tuesday, October 24 just before 6:30 p.m. CT at the intersection of U.S. 30 and 600 E. in Starke County.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Approve Paid Lunch Hour for Sheriff’s Department
The Starke County Commissioners held discussions on paid lunch hours for the Sheriff’s Department during their meeting Monday.
Continue readingNorth Judson Man Arrested on Warrants
A North Judson man was arrested Wednesday, October 11 after deputies from the Starke County Sheriff’s Department and officers from the North Judson Police Department completed a warrant check in the 5000 S. block of U Road W. in North Judson.
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