In the early morning hours of May 17, 2013, Officer Justin Chambers was in the area of Bell Road and Bell Oaks Drive when he stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. During this traffic stop, Warrick County Sheriff's Deputy, Jonathan Scully, ran his K9 partner around the vehicle and the K9 alerted to narcotics inside the vehicle. 

During the search of the vehicle, Methamphetamine was found along with drug paraphernalia. Marijuana and paraphernalia were also found in a purse belonging to one of the passengers. 

The driver of the vehicle was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Paraphernalia.

One of the passengers was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Paraphernalia and Possession of a Legend Drug and another passenger was arrested for a warrant out of Vanderburgh County.


SOURCE: Newburgh Police Department - Facebook

Evansville Police and Fire responded to a fire in a townhome in the 4500 block of 4th Ave at 10:40 this morning. The townhome is in the North Park Apartment complex. Firefighters put out the fire and saw items in the townhome that indicated an active lab had been inside when the fire happened. Members of the Meth Suppression Unit responded and dismantled an active lab and removed remnants of an exploded lab. 

Two men were in the home when the explosion happened. Both were taken to Deaconess Hospital for injuries they received during the incident. One of the men suffered burns and the other was treated for a broken arm he received while trying to put out the fire. 

The suspects will be arrested when they are released from the hospital. They are 47 year old SHANE MEMMER and 42 year old SCOTT WOLF, both of Evansville.

SOURCE: Evansville Police Department News Release

The Indiana State Police participated in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) sixth Drug Take Back Event which resulted in Hoosiers across Indiana dropping off unwanted prescription drugs.. 

The first DEA Drug Take Back Event took place in September of 2010 and resulted in 2.4 tons of drugs being dropped off for disposal. The results are in for the most recent Drug Take Back event from this past Saturday, April 27, 2013 and resulted in 11.5 tons of drugs being dropped off. Indiana State Police drop off locations contributed 1,875.5 pounds to the state wide total. 

The Indiana State Police has partnered with the DEA in each Drug Take Back event. This popular public service event helps reduce the improper disposal of unwanted prescription drugs by providing an alternative to flushing down the toilet, placement in regular trash or leaving them in the home and susceptible to unintended or illegal use.


SOURCE: Indiana State Police - Nixle

Pike County – Yesterday morning, April 26, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Trooper Brent Gramig responded to Pike Central High School after a female student was found to be under the influence of drugs. 

During the investigation, Trooper Gramig was able to determine Kirbi McCandless, 18, of Velpen, had been smoking bath salts, marijuana and she had taken some pills from a container in her purse. A search of her purse revealed a container with several pills, tin foil and other drug paraphernalia. Two of the pills were later identified as Oxycodone. McCandless was arrested and taken to the Pike County Jail. She was later released after posting bond. 

ARRESTED AND CHARGES: 
• Kirbi McCandless, 18, Velpen, IN 
1. Possession of a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony 
2. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor 

Arresting Officer: Trooper Brent Gramig, Indiana State Police 


SOURCE: Indiana State Police

On Saturday, April 27, 2013 the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring the sixth nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft. Collection sites will be set up nationwide for expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs to be disposed of for destruction. This service is free and anonymous with no questions asked. The only restriction is we will not accept new or used needles. This program is intended for liquid and pill medications. 

The Drug Take Back events have proven to be a popular and safe method for the public to legally and safely dispose of prescription drugs that are no longer needed or have expired. Citizens wishing to participate in this program may drop off their prescription drugs for disposal at any Indiana State Police Post throughout the state (except the Toll Road) which includes both the Evansville and Jasper Posts on Saturday, April 27, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (In Dubois County there will be two additional sites one at the Haysville Fire Station and one at the St. Henry Fire Station; these two sites will be open from 10 a.m. to noon). 

To locate the state police post closest to your home or business, click this link: http://www.in.gov/isp/2382.htm

Gibson County – Wednesday afternoon, March 27, Indiana State Police and the US Marshal’s Service were actively searching for George Smith, 31, and Ashley Holeman, 22, both from Princeton. Felony warrants had been issued for both of them for manufacturing meth and several other drug offenses in Gibson County. 

At approximately 2:15 p.m., officers received information they were staying at a residence located at 721 South Hart Street in Princeton. When officers arrived they were greeted at the door by the homeowner. Master Trooper Kevin Waters called for Smith and Holeman to come to the door or he would send his K-9, Andy, inside the residence. Within seconds, Smith and Holeman walked out from a bedroom and were taken into custody without incident. 

When officers searched Smith they found a black pouch that contained a small amount of marijuana and a corner baggie containing meth. While inside the residence troopers detected an odor of marijuana. Troopers searched the residence and found drug paraphernalia and a small amount of marijuana under a couch cushion. The homeowner, Jacquelyn McInnis, 33, was cited for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. 

Smith and Holeman were arrested and taken to the Gibson County Jail where they are currently being held on bond. 

ARRESTED AND CHARGES: 
• George Smith, 31, 1121 SE Seminary Street, Princeton, IN 
• Ashley Holeman, 22, 3211 West Birch Street, Apt. 78, Princeton, IN 
1. Manufacturing Meth, Class B Felony (Warrant) 
2. Possession of Meth, Class D Felony (Warrant) 
3. Possession of Precursors, Class D Felony (Warrant) 
4. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor (Warrant) 

New Charges for Smith: 
1. Possession of Meth, Class D Felony 
2. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor 
3. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor 

New Charges for Holeman: 
1. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor 
2. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor 

Learn to identify materials used to make methamphetamine.

Can you spot ingredients used to make methamphetamine? Do you know what to do if you suspect someone is making meth? Officials with the Evansville Police Department Meth Suppression Unit will conduct a presentation on identifying meth-making materials and reporting illegal meth production during the Traveling City Hall meeting Wednesday, March 27, at Red Bank Branch Library, 120 S. Red Bank Road.

The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a welcome by Mayor Lloyd Winnecke and introduction of city department heads and elected officials. Following a brief presentation on meth, residents will have an opportunity to meet one-on-one with the Mayor and other government officials to talk about specific issues or simply discuss the status of our community. The meeting ends at 7 p.m.

The next Traveling City Hall meeting will be Wednesday, April 24, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at The Potter’s Wheel, 333 Jefferson Ave.


SOURCE: www.evansville.in.gov

Dubois County: Last night at approximately 6:30 Trooper Daniel Smith attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2011 Silver Chevrolet Camaro when the driver failed to stop. 

Preliminary investigation reveals that Trooper Smith was patrolling SR 161 near CR 650 S when he observed the 2011 Camaro driven by Michael P. Lindsey, 27, Dale traveling 65 mph in a 55 mph zone. When Trooper Smith turned around to stop Lindsey he accelerated and failed to stop. The pursuit went approximately seven miles south on SR 161 reaching speeds in excess of 100 mph. The pursuit ended when Lindsey decided to stop near the intersection of SR 161 and SR 68 in northern Warrick County. 

During the investigation Lindsey was found to be under the influence of and in possession of marijuana. Lindsey was taken into custody without further incident and transported to the Dubois County Jail. 

Arrested and Charges: 
Michael P. Lindsey, 27 
8044 E State Road, Dale, IN 47523 
1. Resisting Law Enforcement, D-Felony 
2. Operating While Intoxicated (controlled substance and prior conviction), D-Felony 
3. Possession of Marijuana, A-Misdemeanor 
4. Possession of Paraphernalia, A-Misdemeanor 
5. Reckless Driving, B-Misdemeanor


SOURCE: Indiana State Police - Nixle

On March 19, 2013 around 9:00 PM, Gibson County Deputy Uriah Smith stopped a vehicle for disregarding a traffic control device on US 41 and County Road 800 south. During the traffic stop approximately 13 grams of marijuana was seized. The driver was identified as Jaryd Whitehead of Fort Branch. 

Whitehead was booked in the Gibson County Jail on charges of possession of a schedule II controlled substance, possession of a schedule IV controlled substance, possession of paraphernalia, possession of marijuana, and dealing marijuana. 

Jaryd Whitehead is being held at the Gibson County Jail on a $3,450 cash bond.


SOURCE: Gibson County Sheriff's Office - Nixle

Vanderburgh County – Tuesday morning, March 19, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Indiana State Police responded to 1607 East Sycamore in Evansville to investigate a complaint of illegal drug activity. Troopers detected an odor of marijuana inside the residence when Christine Jackson, 29, answered the front door. Troopers obtained a search warrant for the residence and found marijuana, paraphernalia and a box that contained equipment commonly used to cultivate marijuana. The homeowners, Christine Jackson, 29, and Shawn Smith, 32, were arrested and taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where they are currently being held without bond. Their five-year-old daughter was present. The Division of Family and Children Services was contacted and the child was released to a family member. 

ARRESTED AND CHARGES: 
• Shawn Smith, 32, 1607 East Sycamore, Evansville, IN 
• Christine Jackson, 29, 1607 East Sycamore, Evansville, IN 
1. Neglect of a Dependant, Class D Felony 
2. Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class D Felony 
3. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor 
4. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor 

Investigating Officers: Senior Trooper Scott Qualls, Master Trooper Kevin Brown and Master Trooper Kevin Waters, Indiana State Police 


SOURCE: Indiana State Police - Nixle