On 1/21/18 at 12:11am Mt. Carmel Police arrested 29 year old Princeton, IN resident Michael J. McKeon for Unlawful Possession of Weapon by Felon and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia following a traffic stop on a white Volvo in the 600 block of N Walnut Street. The arresting officer requested Ofc. Hopper and his K9 “Ace” respond to the scene as well. Once Ofc. Hopper arrived on scene he conducted a free air narcotics sniff around the exterior of the vehicle with “Ace”. “Ace” alerted on the vehicle for the presence of drugs. A search was conducted which resulted in the officers locating drug paraphernalia on the vehicle passenger Michael McKeon. Officers also located numerous other items on McKeon’s person including two knifes, handcuffs and pepper spray. McKeon’s backpack contained brass knuckles, a slung-shot, throwing knives, Nunchaku, and a large knife. Several of these items were unlawful for McKeon to possess so he was placed under arrest for that as well as the drug paraphernalia. McKeon was transported to the Wabash County Jail and is being held pending the posting of $2500 cash bond. The driver was released without charges.
Dooley Charged With Meth Possession
On 1/22/18 at 4:13pm Mt. Carmel Police arrested 53 year old Mt. Carmel resident Catherine A. Dooley for Possession of Methamphetamine at her residence in the 100 block of W 12th Street. Officers were at Dooley’s residence investigating information regarding a felon in possession of a firearm who was presently at Dooley’s residence. Once officers arrived they spoke to Dooley and the suspect in question. Dooley consented to a search of her residence which resulted in the officer locating a total of approximately 6.8 grams of Methamphetamine. A firearm was never located. Dooley was placed under arrest regarding the Methamphetamine Possession. Dooley was transported to the Wabash County Jail where she is being held pending a bond setting by a judge.
Lloyd Arrested On Various Charges
On 1/22/18 at 8:54pm Mt. Carmel Police arrested 19 year old Mt. Carmel resident Alana L.A. Lloyd for Manufacture/Delivery of Cannabis following a traffic stop on a black Suzuki in the 800 block of W 3rd Street. When the officer made contact with the driver, Alana Lloyd, he detected a strong odor of cannabis coming from the vehicle. Lloyd admitted to cannabis being in her vehicle. A search resulted in the officer locating a total of approximately 59 grams of cannabis, digital scales, zip lock bags and cash. Lloyd was placed under arrest and transported to the Wabash County Jail where she was charged with the above offense as well as Operating a Vehicle with Suspended Registration and No Insurance. Lloyd is being held pending a bond setting by a judge.
District #348 Personnel Matters
In personnel matters at last night’s District #348 school board meeting, the retirement of John T. Wallbaum as custodian at the high school was approved effective February 19th; the resignation of Mary Mayberry as Brownsville individual aide was accepted effective February 28th as was the resignation of Kayci Large as co-sponsor of the junior-senior prom, she was replaced by Darren Peach. The board hired Jarrod Banks as a bus driver replacing Jesse Kasinger who resigned. Vi-Linda Lowery was hired as part time cafeteria at the junior/senior high school replacing Debbie Bailey who transferred to the grade school. And, Ed Berberich was approved as a volunteer coach for the newly formed high school girls soccer team.
Search For New Superintendent Continues
Not much of an update last night on the search for a new District #348 superintendent. The school board met in executive session to discuss the search after which school board president Tim Schuler said additional first round interviews will continue at a special board meeting this afternoon at 4:15 at the district office. The school board has said they will name a new superintendent to replace the retiring Tim Buss at the regular meeting next month on the 26th. But, it’s unclear whether or not they’ll meet that timetable.
Diamond Avenue Ramp to Close for Utility Work
The Indiana Department of transportation announces a ramp closure for the State Road 66 (Diamond Avenue) and U.S. 41 interchange.
Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 23, utility workers will begin surveying for sewer work on the ramp from Diamond Avenue to southbound U.S. 41. The ramp will be closed during this operation. Work is expected to last about two weeks depending upon weather conditions.
The official detour for this closure uses S.R. 66, S.R. 62, and U.S. 41. INDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert near crews.
Newlin Back In Court On Exploitation Charge
27-year-old Mark J. Newlin of Allendale was back in Wabash County Circuit Court this morning to face a charge of sexual exploitation of a child. During today’s brief appearance, a pre trial conference in the case was set for February 26th. It’s alleged that Newlin enticed a 14-year-old girl to Snap Chat him nude photos of herself last year. Newlin remains free on a $1,000 cash bond and is to have no contact with the alleged victim.
Glick Trial Date Set For March 5th
The Wabash County courtroom was a busy place today with a full docket of cases. Among them was a pre-trial conference for 31 year old Levi Glick who was charged last year in connection to a shooting in Bellmont. Glick faces two Class X felony counts of home invasion with a firearm along with a Class 3 felony count of possession of firearm by a felon. He has entered a not guilty plea to the charges and a jury trial was confirmed during today’s court appearance for March 5th. A final pretrial conference will be held on February 21st. During that September 21st altercation, Glick sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh while another person was shot in the foot. A preliminary charge of attempted murder was never formally filed against Glick.
Petersburg Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly, Indiana State Police Investigating
Petersburg – Last night at approximately 11:05, the Pike County Sheriff’s Department received a 911 call regarding a shooting that had occurred at 306 North 10th Street. When officers arrived at the residence they discovered Brian White, 46, had been shot and was deceased. Preliminary investigation revealed White and his wife were engaged in a physical confrontation when White allegedly reached for a nearby handgun. His wife also grabbed the handgun and after a brief struggle, she was able to take control of the handgun and shot her husband in self-defense. She then left the residence and ran to a nearby location for help.
An autopsy is scheduled for tomorrow.
This is an on-going investigation and additional information will be released when available.
The Pike County Prosecutor’s Office will review the investigation when it’s completed.
Investigating Agency: Indiana State Police
Assisting Agencies: Petersburg Police and Pike County Sheriff’s Department.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Arrest Warrant Leads to Additional Drug Arrests
Vanderburgh County – Friday evening, January 19, Indiana State Police responded to 1101 North Spring Street in Evansville to serve arrest warrants on Kelli Vollmer, 39. She had active warrants out of Gibson and Vanderburgh Counties. While arresting Vollmer, troopers observed additional criminal activity inside the residence. Troopers obtained a search warrant and later discovered methamphetamine, a lookalike substance and drug paraphernalia. The homeowners, Randall and Joanne Ubelhor, were arrested for various drug offenses. All three individuals were taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where they are currently being held on bond. This is an ongoing investigation.
Arrested and Charges:
- Randall J. Ubelhor, 56, 1101 North Spring Street, Evansville, IN
- Possession of Meth, Class 6 Felony
- Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class 6 Felony
- Possession of a Lookalike Substance, Class C Misdemeanor
- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
- Joanne S. Ubelhor, 53, 1101 North Spring Street, Evansville, IN
- Possession of Meth, Class 6 Felony
- Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class 6 Felony
- Possession of a Lookalike Substance, Class C Misdemeanor
- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
- Kelli L. Vollmer, 39, 1101 North Spring Street, Evansville, IN
- 1 Failure to Appear count for Felony Possession of a Syringe (Gibson County)
- 2 Failure to Appear counts for Misdemeanor Theft (Vanderburgh County)
- 1 Failure to Appear count for Felony Theft (Vanderburgh County)
Arresting Officer: Sergeant Kevin Brown, Indiana State Police
Assisting Officers: Sergeant Kevin Ellison, Senior Trooper Mike Finney, Trooper Brent Gramig, Trooper Brandon Deig, Trooper William Campbell, Trooper Hunter Manning, Trooper Ross Rafferty, Trooper Tyler Widner, Trooper Daltyn Backes and Trooper Kyle Otolski
Assisting Agencies: Evansville Police and Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Department
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.