Hunter Falls From Tree Stand, Spurring Caution From Officials

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A tree stand accident in the 10000 block of 7th Road near Plymouth is currently under investigation by Indiana Conservation Officers, and officials say this emphasizes the need for caution when setting up a tree stand.

Forty-five-year-old Stephen E. Guzak was reportedly attempting to hang his tree stand in preparation of the upcoming deer season, but as he was doing so, he fell from the tree to the ground 20 feet below. Guzak was not wearing any of the recommended protective gear, such as a climbing harness or safety line. As a result, he suffered a broken hip, possibly-broken ribs and arm, and a dislocated shoulder.

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Police Arrest 76 Involved in Cock Fighting

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Two of the 145 fighting cocks are rounded up to be euthanized

It was a scene reminiscent of an old time western movie. Police from throughout the County and State rounded up 76 individuals involved in “cock fighting”. The arrests were made on Saturday morning at 0480 North 100 West in Starke County.

Law enforcement officers were responding to an anonymous tip.

“The Sheriff’s Department received an anonymous tip of animal fighting contests out at a residence on 100 West,” stated Starke County Chief Deputy, Bill Dulin. “Along with the Sheriff’s Department, we responded with the Indiana Conservation Units, State Police, Knox City Police, and North Judson units. When we got there, we noticed 10 or 15 vehicles and when we approached, 50 to 60 people took off running toward a river in an open field.”

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