On 05.06.21 the Wabash County Sheriff's office responded to a fight in progress call to 15476 Highway 1, Mt. Carmel. Once on scene it was ascertained that the aggressor in the situation has used a knife to intimidate his victim. There was evidence that a physical altercation had taken place as well. 41 year old Nathan A. Myers of Mt. Carmel was taken into custody on a charge of Domestic battery. Myers remains in the Wabash County Jail awaiting a first appearance before the presiding judge.
Bellmont Man Arrested Following Domestic Dispute
On 05.05.21 at approximately 2146 hours the Wabash County Sheriff's Office responded to 212 N. Persimmon St. in Bellmont reference a domestic dispute. Due to a physical altercation that had taken place and evidence gathered while on scene, 38 year old Curt E. Dill of Bellmont was taken into custody. Dill was taken to the Wabash County jail where he will wait an appear before the presiding judge.
Allendale Man Free On $30,000 Cash Bond After Being Charged With Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault
On 05.05.21 52 year old Adam W. Vaira of Allendale turned himself into the Wabash County jail. Vaira had an arrest warrant issued on 05.04.21 for the charge of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault. Vaira posted $30,000 cash as bond to secure his release.
Hamilton County Motorcycle/Car Crash Seriously Injures Two
ISP INVESTIGATES TRAFFIC CRASH WITH INJURY
The Following Preliminary Information is Being Released by Illinois State Police District 19
WHAT: Two Unit Crash with Injury
WHERE: Illinois Route 14 just west of County Road 1100E, McLeansboro Township, Hamilton County.
WHEN: May 5, 2021 at 6:05 p.m.
VEHICLE: Unit 1 – Black 1986 Honda GL1200 Motorcycle
Unit 2 – Silver 2010 Ford Edge
DRIVER: Unit 1 – Tyler D. Morris, a 22-year-old male from Carmi, IL – Airlifted to a regional hospital with serious injuries.
Unit 2 – Mary C. Shirley, a 41-year-old female from Carmi, IL - Airlifted to a regional hospital with serious injuries.
PRELIMINARY: Preliminary investigative details indicate the following occurred: Unit 1 was traveling west on Illinois Route 14, just west of County Road 1100E. Unit 2 was traveling east on Illinois Route 14 in the same area. Unit 1 traveled into the eastbound lane when negotiating a curve. Unit 1 struck the front of Unit 2 in the eastbound lane. Both drivers were airlifted to regional hospitals with serious injuries. No further information will be disseminated at this time.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
MCHS Sophomore Recognized For Hard Work
Molly Rafferty, a sophomore at Mt. Carmel High School, and 1st Chair flute player rose to the challenge given by Band Director, Kim Mandrell, at the onset of the pandemic to keep playing her instrument even though traditional ensembles could not meet. Through a competitive virtual card game that Mandrell created, students played (their instrument) through the royal flush, earning a card each time they passed a level. Molly practiced intensely and tested off 160 Smart Music® lines in order to achieve the status of being an "ACE". While other students earned the Jack, Queen, and King, none but Molly earned the ACE. Molly is awarded The Instrumentalist Magazine Merit Award in recognition of outstanding contributions, leadership, and service to the school music program. Congratulations Molly!!
Newton Woman Injured In Crash On T-Town Blacktop
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE TRAFFIC CRASH ALERT
The Following Preliminary Information is Being Released by Illinois State Police District 12
WHAT: Two Unit Traffic Crash with Injury
WHERE: N 1775th (Teutopolis Blacktop) Road just south of Illinois Route 33, St. Francis Township, Effingham County
WHEN: May 5, 2021 at 7:36 a.m.
VEHICLES: Unit 1 – Red 2014 Hyundai Elantra
Unit 2 – Brown 2003 Dodge Caravan
DRIVERS: Unit 1 – Lauren A. Lustig, a 22-year-old female from Teutopolis, IL - Uninjured
Unit 2 – Jennifer M. Kunzeman, a 36-year-old female from Newton, IL -Transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. –
PRELIMINARY: Preliminary investigative details indicate the following occurred: Unit 1 was traveling southbound and was stopped at the intersection of Teutopolis Blacktop Road and Illinois Route 33, Effingham County. Unit 2 was traveling westbound on IL RT-33. Unit 1 attempted to turn left onto eastbound IL RT-33 and was struck as it crossed in front of Unit 2. Unit 2 driver was transported by ambulance to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No further information will be disseminated at this time.
CHARGES: The driver of Unit 1 was issued a citation for Failure to Yield Right of Way/ Intersection – Turning Left.
All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
ISP INVESTIGATE INCIDENT IN CLARK COUNTY ILLINOIS - UPDATE
Clark County, IL – On May 3, 2021 at approximately 9:40 p.m., the Illinois State Police (ISP) along with the Clark County, Illinois Sheriff’s Office were advised of a pursuit traveling westbound on Interstate 70 in Indiana, approaching Illinois. Preliminary reports indicate a vehicle driven by 32-year-old Brandon Shockley of Indianapolis, IN was being pursued by multiple Indiana law enforcement agencies. Shockley was wanted for an attempted homicide and was reported to be armed. Prior to crossing into Illinois, law enforcement deployed stop sticks, causing the vehicle to sustain a flat tire. The vehicle left the roadway and came to rest in the right ditch on Interstate 70 westbound near milepost 153 in Clark County, Illinois.
Indiana law enforcement officers gave verbal commands to the driver at which time a gun shot was fired from inside the vehicle. A Vigo County, Indiana Sheriff’s Deputy and a West Terre Haute, Indiana Police Officer fired their duty weapons at the vehicle.
When officers approached the vehicle, they located Shockley deceased in the driver seat with a firearm. The Clark County, Illinois Sheriff’s Department requested the ISP to investigate the officer involved shooting.
On Tuesday, May 4, 2021 an autopsy was conducted at Terre Haute Regional Hospital in Indiana. The preliminary results of the autopsy indicate Shockley died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head and was not struck by gunfire from any police officer. No Illinois State Police officers were on scene at the time of the shooting, nor were any law enforcement officers injured during the incident. The investigation is open and ongoing.
MCPD Chief: No Wrecks Involving Golf Carts/UTV's Since Legalization
Opponents to legalizing the use of golf carts and UTV’s on Mt. Carmel streets pointed to the dangers of extra traffic on city streets. But, those fears have been unfounded. Since the golf carts and UTV’s became legal on city streets last year, police chief Ryan Turner reports there have been no accidents involving them saying those concerns didn’t match reality.
At Monday’s city council meeting, Turner also reminded golf cart and UTV owners to make sure their permit is up to date. He said a recent check revealed many expired permits. The permits can be renewed by stopping by the police department.
Turner also reported the police department has ordered a new Ford F-150 pickup truck that will be used by the K-9 officer when it arrives in about 10 weeks.
National Day Of Prayer Observance Tomorrow In Mt. Carmel
The Wabash County Ministerial Association is inviting the public to the annual National Day of Prayer observance tomorrow. WCMA President Reverend Kevin McGinnis says after being a virtual event last year because of COVID, tomorrow’s event is back to the normal type of ceremony…
You can watch tomorrow’s ceremony on the WSJD Facebook page.
Judge: Lifeguards Still Needed For City Pool
With the traditional opening of the Mt. Carmel City Pool just a few weeks away, Mayor Joe Judge has issued another plea for lifeguards. At this week’s City Council meeting, Judge said seven people have applied for the positions, but more are needed…
Judge said he is working with the Albion pool manager to provide certification for lifeguard applicants. Applications can be picked up at City Hall. Judge has yet to announce when the pool will open, which is typically Memorial Day weekend.
