Indiana State Police ramp up cold case investigations with new DNA genealogy team
Some of Indiana’s oldest unsolved crimes are being cracked, thanks to new funding and a growing state police effort.
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Protect and serve: Indiana Capitol Police take pride in patrolling Statehouse, Circle City
Indiana Capitol Police say they feel a special sense of pride and honor carrying out their duties of safeguarding the Indiana Statehouse and many other Circle City landmarks. They feel they are doing something especially important for fellow Hoosiers.
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Indiana governor boasts drug seizures, traffic enforcement as latest public safety wins
Gov. Mike Braun Braun credited the Indiana State Police with disrupting drug trafficking networks operating in and around the state and removing impaired drivers from Hoosier roads.
Senator seeks more policing, criminal prosecution from state in downtown Indianapolis
State Sen. Michael Young has introduced legislation that could lead to a state takeover of policing and criminal prosecution in downtown Indianapolis.
IN Court of Appeals sides with state police in termination of former trooper’s disability benefits
The Indiana Court of Appeals denied a former state trooper’s arguments that the Indiana State Police violated his contractual rights to his disability benefits when it ended his employment in 2018.
Governor expands cabinet roles — but how far can dual office holding go in Indiana?
Gov. Mike Braun’s decision to give two of his top officials additional leadership posts has revived a longstanding constitutional question in Indiana: when can one person legally hold two government offices at once?
Indiana agencies cut staff, contracts as mandatory spending plans roll in
A grim May revenue forecast prompted lawmakers to cut most agency appropriations by 5% in the latest budget — and authorized the State Budget Agency to withhold another 5%.
Gov. Braun used state helicopter to fly to or from Jasper home 11 times over six months
The flights cost $23,880. The state said it would have incurred those expenses whether or not Braun had used the Indiana State Police helicopter, because those flight hours were necessary to meet federal requirements.
Lengthy investigation into sheriff’s alleged wrongdoing ends with investigator in hot water
A months-long state police investigation into Dubois County Sheriff Tom Kleinhelter scrutinized his handling of jail commissary funds.
Hendricks County Courthouse reopens day after deputies shoot, kill armed man outside facility
The Hendricks County Courthouse reopened Tuesday, a day after sheriff’s deputies shot and killed an armed man outside the courthouse, halting all court business for the day.
‘License plate flippers’ help drivers evade police, tickets and tolls
State and local legislators in Tennessee and Pennsylvania are cracking down on the use of “license plate flippers,” devices that allow drivers to obscure or conceal their license plates at the press of a button.
Indiana State Police investigating inmate death at Miami Correctional Facility
Indiana State Police are investigating the death of a 23-year-old inmate at the Miami Correctional Facility on Tuesday morning.
Indiana State Police hiring for Capitol Police Section officers
The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is looking to add more officers to its staff this year and are seeking applicants.
IU protests and police action draw criticism, defense
Tension between police and student protesters enveloped Indiana University’s Bloomington campus in recent days as arrests mounted along with distrust in IU leadership after a change to long-standing policy the day before the initial protest.
Fleeing suspect fatally shot during gunfire exchange with police in northwest Indiana
Police in northwestern Indiana fatally shot a fleeing male suspect during an exchange of gunfire Thursday, authorities said.
Man is fatally shot after he points a gun at Indiana sheriff’s deputies, police say
A 54-year-old man has been fatally shot in southwestern Indiana after state police say he pointed a gun at two sheriff’s deputies.
Indiana State Police to participate in drug ‘take back’ day
The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of unwanted prescription drugs.
Indiana State Police hiring polygraph examiner
The position would serve the Bloomington, Evansville and Jasper districts.
A woman and 3 children who were found dead in a burning home had been shot, police say
A woman and three children found dead inside a burning home in southeastern Indiana had been shot, state police said Wednesday.
Former Clark Co. sheriff Noel charged with 15 felonies related to ghost employment
Former Clark County sheriff Jamey Noel has been charged with 15 felonies alleging ghost employment, corrupt business influence and obstruction of justice, among other charges.
State, local law enforcement receive DOJ grants for meth, mental health programs
The Indiana State Police and the cities of Hobart and Jeffersonville will each receive a portion of the funds announced this week for active shooter training, combatting the trafficking of illegal drugs, and law enforcement mental health and wellness.