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Predator Catchers lead to arrest of former Anderson University professor
ANDERSON, Ind. — A retired Anderson University professor is facing child solicitation and drug charges after a confrontation with a predator-catching group. Scott Borders, 63, is charged with child… → Read More
Kentucky detective investigating possible connection between 2011 double murder and Delphi case
BOONE COUNTY, Ky. — Cold case detectives at the Boone County Sheriff’s Office in Kentucky are investigating any possible connection between an unsolved double murder in 2011 and the 2017 killings of Abby Williams and Libby German in Delphi, Indiana. The case in Kentucky that remains unsolved is the brutal murders of Bill and Peggy […] → Read More
Property tax bills expected to be much higher, experts say start planning now
INDIANAPOLIS — A recent study commissioned by the Association of Indiana Counties found that, on average, the assessed value of homes has gone up by 15.5% across the state. Experts say homeowners should start preparing themselves for a much higher property tax bill. “I think most people will see an increase and they should start […] → Read More
Indy mother shot to death after answering door, found by 9-year-old daughter, per family
INDIANAPOLIS — A devastated family is seeking justice after an Indianapolis woman was found shot to death inside her home on January 27. Brittany Allen, 33, was killed at her home in the Geist Landing neighborhood just off of 96th street after answering the door. Brittany’s daughter and mother were in the next room. “She […] → Read More
New Monroe County Sheriff working to address ‘inhumane’ conditions at jail
MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — When Ruben Marté took over as sheriff at the beginning of the year he did a walkthrough of the jail facility with his senior staff and found inmates and staff living and working in deplorable conditions. “It was inhumane what we saw,” Sheriff Marté said. Jail commander Kyle Gibbons was part […] → Read More
Simon Malls ignores questions about security after 3 shootings in less than 6 months
INDIANAPOLIS — A deadly shooting at the Castleton Square Mall on Tuesday is just the latest incident of violence to happen at a central Indiana shopping center. At the end of December, police in Greenwood said a group of individuals got into a shootout in the parking lot of the Greenwood Park Mall. Nobody was […] → Read More
Carmel law firm will pay for your ride home on New Year’s Eve to prevent drunk driving
INDIANAPOLIS — Police departments across Indiana will be stepping up patrols on New Year’s Eve to keep their eyes out for drunk drivers. The holiday is one of the deadliest for drunk driving and police say it is completely preventable. Marie Greger-Smith was just 11 years old when her mother was hit and killed on […] → Read More
Man found shot to death in truck crashed into 2 cars before striking home
INDIANAPOLIS — IMPD detectives are continuing to investigate after a man was found shot to death in a truck that crashed into a near northside home. Around 1:30 Wednesday afternoon, police were called to the 2300 block of Guilford Avenue for a truck that crashed into a home. Inside the vehicle, police said they found […] → Read More
More than 70k fans expected in downtown Indy for sold-out Big Ten Championship game
INDIANAPOLIS — The University of Michigan Wolverines will face off against the Purdue University Boilermakers in a sold-out Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday night in the Big Ten Championship game. Crews spent most of the day Friday preparing to welcome more than 70 thousand fans to the Circle City. On Friday night, Big Ten announced the […] → Read More
Report: Thanksgiving meal will cost 14% more, stuffing sees biggest price hike
INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers will be paying more for their Thanksgiving meals this year as nearly every staple item sees a price hike. It’s putting some people’s holiday meals in jeopardy. “We have not shopped yet but I am trying to figure out how we’re going to do it this year,” Lamont Stokes said. Like so […] → Read More
Franklin man with domestic violence history arrested after girlfriend’s ‘suspicious’ death
UPDATE: The coroner on Tuesday announced that Jennifer Lynn Lewis’ cause of death was a single gunshot wound and ruled her death a homicide. “At this time Franklin Police Department detectives continue to investigate and gather evidence,” FPD said Tuesday after the coroner’s ruling. “The Franklin Police Department will continue to update media as the […] → Read More
Record-breaking deaths prompt overdose review team in Bartholomew County
COLUMBUS, Ind. — For the third year in a row, Bartholomew County has broken its record for overdose deaths. Coroner Clayton Nolting said his office has seen 35 deaths so far this year. That’s up from 33 last year and 31 in 2020. The last six years of overdose deaths in Bartholomew County: 2017: 30 […] → Read More
Deputies responded to Delphi suspect’s home for domestic issue to ‘keep the peace’
MEXICO, Ind. — The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that deputies were sent to Delphi murder suspect Richard Allen’s home in 2015 for a “domestic” incident. The sheriff’s office was dispatched just after 3:30 in the morning on June 18, 2015, according to records obtained by FOX59. The sheriff said Allen was allegedly drunk and […] → Read More
Madison County police departments installing license plate reader cameras
MADISON COUNTY, Ind. — By the end of 2022, there will be nearly 40 license plate reading cameras spread across Madison County. On Thursday, Anderson Police Chief Michael Lee announced that his department would be installing 21 Flock cameras across the city. The cameras snap pictures of vehicles as they pass in front of the […] → Read More
Family remembers Indy father and son shot and killed during deadly week in Indy
INDIANAPOLIS — Family and friends held a vigil Saturday evening for an Indianapolis father and his son who were shot and killed earlier in the week. On Wednesday night, just after 11, police found 18-year-old Michael Rollins Jr. shot to death. His father, 39-year-old Michael Rollins Sr., was also shot and died the next day. “That […] → Read More
Man arrested in fatal drunk driving crash was on probation for previous DUI
INDIANAPOLIS — A police pursuit early Saturday morning ended in a fiery fatal crash on the city’s northwest side. Just before 3 a.m., IMPD said officers saw a silver Pontiac hit a pedestrian and keep going near 62nd and Michigan Road. “Officers attempted a traffic stop on that vehicle,” Officer Samone Burris said. “At which […] → Read More
Nickel Plate Trail expanding into Noblesville and Indianapolis
FISHERS, Ind. — Plans have been finalized for a major expansion of the Nickel Plate Trail. Currently the trail runs through most of Fishers but will soon stretch into Indianapolis and north into Noblesville. People like Glenn Engel use the trail several times a week to walk his dog. “I can come over here and […] → Read More
IU Greek Life leaders making changes after 3 frats put on cease and desist
Greek Life leaders at Indiana University are implementing new rules and regulations for social events after three fraternities were issued cease and desist letters in just over a week. → Read More
Richmond photographer telling Officer Seara Burton’s story through pictures
A local Richmond photographer has used her talents behind the lens to help tell Officer Burton's story after she was shot in the line of duty in early August. → Read More
Richmond still holding out hope as Officer Seara Burton continues fighting
RICHMOND, Ind. — The Richmond Police Department said Officer Seara Burton’s condition has not changed after she was taken off life support on Thursday. The 28-year-old officer and four-year veteran of the force was shot during a traffic stop on August 10 and has been fighting for her life in a Dayton hospital ever since. […] → Read More