From the North Judson Police Department:
Incidents:
04/21/12 A company cutting down a tree in the 400 block of Main Street had a large limb fall off the tree hitting a NIPSCO line causing damage to a pole and two homes. The owner of the service was cited for not having a contractor’s license.
04/20/12 The Judson Express reported to North Judson police of a recent shoplifter and of a drive-off. In both cases, the actions were reviewed by police with a request for warrants being sent to the Prosecutor’s Office.
04/20/12 North Judson Police responded to another domestic violence call in the 200 block of Main Street. The male party left the residence after a short time period.
04/18/12 A battery incident was reported to the North Judson Police in the 300 block of Franklin Street. The incident is being investigated with a complete report to be furnished to the Starke County Prosecutor’s office soon.
04/17/12 North Judson Police investigated a domestic complaint in the 200 block of Weninger Street. The incident was verbal and both parties agreed to get along.
04/16/12 The North Judson Police responded to a batteryrReport in the 500 Block of Laurel Street. A resident advised he was jumped near the area and had his medications taken from him. The incident remains under investigation.
4/16/12 North Judson Police were made aware recently of an old scam going through the area again. A resident on Lincoln Avenue received what appeared to be a legitimate check in the mail for around $3,800.00 from a nationally-known insurance company. They were asked to deposit the check and wire $1,900.00 back to the company to receive the remainder of their money. Whether it be a balance on a claim or money for winning a contest, you should never wire money to anyone to claim a prize or finalize a business deal. These are scams. When you deposit the check and then wire the money, the check will bounce and your money will already be claimed on the other end and you’re out your money! Never send or wire anyone or any company cash if you are not sure of whom you are dealing with and if you didn’t initiate the transaction. “Talk with your bank or call the police if in doubt,” said North Judson Town Marshal Doug Vessley. He added, “Be careful and wise.
Arrests:
04/18/12 James C. Harrison, 25, 707 Bradley St, North Judson, IN, arrested on a Probation Violation through a LaPorte County Warrant.
From the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department:
Incidents:
04/22/12 A Winamac resident reported the theft of her rent money.
04/22/12 Pulaski and Starke County emergency units were called to a hit-and-run accident in the Monterey area. No serious injuries were reported.
04/22/12 A Denham resident reported the theft of a TV.
04/21/12 A Monon resident called to say that her son started tearing up her house looking for drugs and left in a hurry.
04/21/12 A Star City resident called police to report the theft of change and cell phone chargers from an unlocked vehicle.
04/21/12 A resident in the Star City area discovered that a chainsaw, gas can, and battery charger have been stolen from a shed on the property.
04/21/12 A deputy with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department reprimanded a visitor who allegedly brought contraband into visitation. The visitor was also allegedly taking pictures on a cellphone. Visitation ended for that inmate and it was noted that at no time did the inmate possess the contraband.
04/20/12 A car vs. deer accident was reported in the Franklin Township area. No one was injured in the accident.
04/20/12 A Medaryville resident called police to report that two dogs looked to be in terrible shape at a residence. One is a German Shepherd and the other is a different breed. The caller said something needs to be done as they are starved and shaking. Caller said she would take the dogs to the shelter to be looked at and possibly put down due to their condition.
04/20/12 Francesville residents called police to report that some unknown person(s) tampered with anhydrous ammonia tanks on their farm.
04/20/12 A caller in the Denham area reported that some unknown person(s) dumped a truckload of lumber in the roadway.
04/20/12 Winamac police were called to a Winamac residence after the homeowner called to say a man was standing on her trash cans in her kitchen and pointed a gun at them. The person ran out of the house and allegedly punched the caller’s son in the stomach. This incident is still under investigation.
04/17/12 A caller in the Franklin Township area reported a stolen license plate.
04/17/12 A Monterey resident called police to report that some unknown person(s) burnt down his port-a-potty.
04/17/12 A Winamac resident reported that some folks are having a bon fire and are throwing all sorts of trash and debris in the fire. Police evaluated the material being burned and it was all wood.
04/16/12 The North Judson-Wayne Township Fire Department was called to a pole fire in the Denham area, just south of the church.
04/16/12 A Medaryville resident told police that her house was vandalized with eggs.
04/16/12 A resident in the Jefferson Township area reported a car vs. deer accident. No injuries were reported.
Arrests:
04/23/12 Tammy Grigsby, 39, 12339 W. 400 N., Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Public Intoxication and Battery.
04/23/12 Harrison R. Lovely, 35, 12339 W. 400 N., Wheatfield, IN, arrested on preliminary charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Public Intoxication and Battery.
04/23/12 Felipe M. Mateo, 21, 6551 N. 1150 W., North Judson, IN, arrested on two active arrest warrants.
04/22/12 Ryan S. Watts, 32, 643 W. Washington St., Winamac, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Domestic Battery.
04/21/12 Mark J. Reid, 51, 3413 S. 325 E., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated. Discharged 04/22/12
04/21/12 Dulcey Lehman, 43, 3413 S. 325 E., Star City, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Public Intoxication. Discharged 04/22/12
04/20/12 Travis Owens, 24, 15811 W. 200 N., Medaryville, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
04/19/12 Timothy Coggins, 52, 609 Oak St., Hopedale, IL, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
From the Knox City Police Department:
Incidents:
04/24/12 Maria Gruszczynski of Knox reported her purse stolen.
04/19/12 Brittney Budde reported a fraud incident.
Arrests:
04/20/12 James Bailey, 20, 203 W. Locust St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
04/18/12 John Rupert, 28, 903 S. Prettyman St., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
04/18/12 Brayden Cole, 21, 4475 E. 250 S., Knox, IN, arrested on an active arrest warrant.
04/18/12 Anthony Comeno, 18, 100 Circle Dr., Westville, IN, arrested on a preliminary charge of Theft.
