Indianapolis officers face fraud, misconduct charges over license plate reader technology
One IMPD officer has resigned and the others have been suspended, with Chief Tanya Terry recommending that they be fired.
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New murder trial affirmed for Elkhart man with mental disability
A man with a mental disability who has for years claimed he was wrongfully convicted of an Elkhart murder and who spent more than 15 years behind bars can proceed to a new trial after the Indiana Court of Appeals upheld a post-conviction relief order vacating his murder conviction.
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2 Indianapolis officers charged with battery in protesters’ arrests
A grand jury indicted two Indianapolis police officers on battery and other charges after an investigation into allegations that they used excessive force while arresting demonstrators at a May protest over the death of George Floyd, Marion County Prosecutor Ryan Mears announced Wednesday.
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Nearly two years into prison term, Jamey Noel still owes nearly $2 million in restitution
The former Clark County sheriff pleaded guilty in 2024 to 27 felony charges, including corrupt business influence, theft, tax evasion and official misconduct.
Trail of unusual clues led investigators to fraud charges against BMV employees
The Indiana Office of Inspector General began its investigation after receiving a complaint from the BMV about 388 fake written driver’s tests.
Two BMV employees charged with bribery, official misconduct
Upon discovering the scheme in February 2024, the BMV invalidated all the licenses and permits and notified customers that they must retake and pass the exams in order to earn them.
Former Morgan County deputy charged with stealing guns he seized
Morgan County prosecutors last month filed theft and official misconduct charges against Zachary Bernstein after items he seized while on duty were found in his possession.
Former Delaware County EMS manager accused of theft, misconduct
Investigators say the former manager used her access to payroll and financial accounts for her own personal gain.
She is running for sheriff. Her husband is sheriff. Both face felony charges.
The couple has adamantly denied those charges for years, with Richard previously calling them a “political farce” and Ashley writing in a recent Facebook comment that she “did nothing wrong.”
State revokes Newburgh chiropractor’s license following sexual assault allegation
The Indiana Attorney General’s Office said its investigation uncovered allegations that the chiropractor engaged in sex with adult patients, sent a sexually explicit message to a 17-year-old patient and violated medical privacy standards.
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.
Former Noble County athletic director suing school district, officials for alleged Garrity rights violation
A former Noble County athletic director previously charged with theft and official misconduct is now suing members of the school district for allegedly failed to notify him of his Garrity rights—a protection for public employees from self-incrimination during internal investigations.
City could be held responsible for alleged sexual harassment, law firm says
The city of Indianapolis could be held responsible for alleged misconduct from Mayor Joe Hogsett’s former chief of staff, attorneys told a committee Thursday.
Montana’s attorney general defends actions at hearing on 41 counts of professional misconduct
A succession of controversies marks Republican Austin Knudsen’s nearly four years as Montana attorney general.
‘Where’s Ronald Greene’s justice?’: 5 years on, feds still silent on Black motorist’s deadly arrest
Half a decade after Ronald Greene’s violent death, the federal investigation remains open and unresolved with no end in sight. And Mona Hardin says she feels ghosted and forgotten by a Justice Department that no longer even returns her calls.
Marion County constable charged with theft, resisting, official misconduct
A Marion County constable is facing felony and misdemeanor charges for alleged theft and resisting law enforcement.
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.
Former Plainfield officer accused of coercion
A former Plainfield police officer has been charged with Level 6 official misconduct and Class A false informing for allegedly attempting to coerce a person to make false accusations against another police officer.
State trooper charged with perjury, misconduct after allegedly giving false information at March sentencing hearing
An Indiana State Police investigation of one of its own has resulted in felony perjury and official misconduct charges being filed against an 18-year veteran of the agency.
AG’s office attempts to recover funds from Clinton Co. sheriff, wife for misuse of public funds
The Indiana Attorney General’s Office has filed a complaint to recover public funds from the Clinton County sheriff and his wife, who are also facing conflict of interest and official misconduct charges for alleged misuse of jail commissary funds.
Knox Co. coroner faces official misconduct, drug charges
A southwestern Indiana coroner is facing official misconduct and drug charges following a nearly yearlong investigation, state police said Thursday.
5 Memphis officers plead not guilty in death of Tyre Nichols
Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the violent arrest and death of Tyre Nichols, with his mother saying afterward that none of them would look her in the eye in court.