A Norfolk Southern train stopped in Knox on Wednesday morning after personnel found out that someone had jumped on their train.
Louisiana Man Arrested in Knox on Railroad Trespass Charge
The Knox Board of Public Works and Safety Meets Today
Knox Board of Works members will hold two meetings in City Hall today. First, a closed executive session will be held at 9 a.m. and then a public meeting will follow at 9:30. Continue reading
Three Arrested in Drug Investigation
Three people were arrested on Wednesday, July 18 after an investigation conducted by members of the Knox City Police Department and the Starke County Sheriff’s Office.
Knox Police Chief Updates the Board of Works About Ongoing Hiring Process
The Knox City Police Department will soon gain another officer. Police Chief Harold Smith provided a report to Board of Works members last Wednesday, filling them in on the hiring process thus far. Continue reading
Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrests
Three people were arrested on Monday morning after a traffic stop and a search warrant in Knox.
Police Catch Burglary Suspects in Knox Middle School
One adult and two juveniles were taken into custody early Monday morning after they reportedly broke into the Knox Middle School.
Knox Clerk-Treasurer Free to Begin Budget Process After City Council Approves Fund Transfer
Knox City Council members had to move a little money around before the budget season begins.
When members met at the end of May, Clerk-Treasurer Jeff Houston explained that the budget process will begin in June. He noted that all accounts need to be in black and alerted them that there were only two funds that needed attention before he could proceed. Continue reading
Knox City Police Department Looking for Officers
Applications are available for a Knox City Police officer position.
Knox PD to Conduct Golf Cart Inspections Saturday
Starke County Man Injured in Hunting Accident
A Knox man was injured as a result of a hunting accident around 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 6.
Knox Officer Receives Promotion
The Knox Board of Public Works members unanimously approved a recommendation to promote an officer with the Knox City Police Department.
McCurdy Death Investigation Still Ongoing With Multiple Agencies Working the Case
The investigation into the disappearance and death of 37-year-old Knox resident Barbara McCurdy continues.
Pulaski County Coroner John Behny reports that toxicology and autopsy tests have been conducted and the results are in. However, an official ruling for the cause and manner of death is pending the completion of the investigation. Continue reading
Knox City Police Chief Discusses Golf Cart Permits with BOW
Foot Pursuit Leads to Drunk Driving Arrest
An alleged drunk driver attempted to elude police on foot, but he didn’t evade officers for long.
Knox Police Respond to Alleged Distress Call
Ten Arrested in Warrant Sweep
Ten people were arrested in the early morning hours on Sunday in a year-long undercover investigation called Operation Orthodox conducted by the Knox City Police Department.
Officers from the Knox City Police Department were assisted by the Starke County Sheriff’s Department and the Knox, North Judson and Plymouth Police Departments in executing the arrest warrants.
Knox City Police to Launch Crime Fighting App
The Knox City Police Department is planning to launch a new app that allows residents to submit anonymous tips.
According to Knox City Police Chief Harold Smith, “TIP411” can be accessed through the police department’s Facebook page to be used to report non-emergency criminal activity directly to officers. Users will be issued a Tipster ID which generates a random access code. That code will be sent as the Tipster ID when sending information to the Knox City Police Department to maintain anonymity.
Starke County Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoints
Officers from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office, Knox City Police Department and Walkerton Police Department are teaming up to combat aggressive driving and impaired driving.
These officers working under the Starke County Traffic Safety Partnership consortium will be setting up sobriety checkpoints around Starke County to deter, detect and arrest drivers who are driving under the influence. Police will man the checkpoints on Saturday, March 17 between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. at undisclosed locations.
Investigation into Death of Barbara McCurdy Still Ongoing
Local officials continue to investigate the death of 37-year-old Knox resident Barbara McCurdy.
A missing person report was filed for McCurdy on January 20th. She was reportedly last seen in Knox on January 14th, driving a black 2006 Chevy Cobalt. She was found deceased in her vehicle at Braun Chevrolet in Winamac on Friday, February 2nd. Continue reading
One Arrested in Accident at Knox Elementary School
One person was arrested Wednesday afternoon after reportedly striking a mother and her daughter with a vehicle as they were crossing the street at the crosswalk in the student drop-off area at the Knox Elementary School.
