On 12.29.24 at 22:39 hrs. The Wabash County Sheriff's Office responded to 6803 Highway 11 in reference to a domestic battery. When the Sheriff's Deputy arrived an investigation into the incident commenced. The deputy found evidence of a domestic battery and placed 45-year-old Thomas H. Greenhaw III under arrest for Domestic Battery. Greenhaw was transported to the Wabash County jail where he was later released on 01.02.25 with a notice to appear.
2025 EMPLOYER AND HR WORKSHOP TO BE HELD JANUARY 9
Noble, Ill. -- Employers and HR professionals are invited to attend the 2025 Employer and HR Workshop on Tuesday, January 9, at the Terry L. Bruce West Richland Center in Noble, Ill. The workshop will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is free of charge. Lunch will be provided.
The event, presented by the Illinois Eastern Community College’s Business and Industry Division and SBDC will cover a range of critical topics to help businesses navigate the latest legal and regulatory changes.
Sessions will include updates on:
Employer requirements under the Illinois Personnel Record Review Act
New IWPCA requirements for pay stubs
Whistleblower Amendments
Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation laws
Changes to the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA)
Pay Transparency updates
Cybersecurity
Illinois Department of Employment Security
This workshop is designed to provide valuable insights and practical advice for employers and HR professionals to stay compliant and proactive in a rapidly changing environment.
Michael Kegg Arrested on murder charges
On January 1, 2025, at 1:25 p.m. 53 year old Michael R. Kegg Jr. of Decker was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail and charged with murder for his alleged involvement in the New Year’s Eve double homicide at 7027 East State Road 64near Francisco.
This continues to be an active and open investigation. Citizens are encouraged to check their home and business surveillance systems for video footage for suspicious activities on December 30th-31st. If any evidence is found please contact detectives at the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office.
The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office is being assisted by the Indiana State Police.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
New Years Eve fire fatalities now labeled double homicide
On December 31, 2024, at 6:24 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a fire at 7027 East State Road 64 near Francisco. Multiple officers responded to the scene as well as the Francisco Fire Department. Upon arriving law enforcement officers from the Oakland City Police Department, Indiana State Police, and Gibson County Sheriff’s Office attempted were able to gain entry into the house where they discovered a deceased person. Due to heavy smoke and fire arriving on scene law enforcement did not go further into the residence. Once Francisco Fire entered the residence they discovered that there were two separate fires in the residence and a total of two deceased individuals.
Once the fire was extinguished The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office, Gibson County Coroner’s Office, Indiana State Police Crime Scene Unit, and Detectives with the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into the incident. During the investigation evidence was collected that indicated that the death of the two individuals was intentional, and the fire was not accidental.
During the course of the investigation Detective Sergeant Roger Ballard made attempts to locate 53 year old Michael R. Kegg who also was listed as a resident of the 7027 E. State Road 64 address. At 7:57 p.m. last night a Be On the Look Out (aka a BOLO) was placed for Mr. Kegg requesting that if located he be stopped and held for questioning. Mr. Kegg is a 6’ White Male that weighs approximately 215 lbs. Kegg also has brown hair and blue eyes. If located contact law enforcement immediately. Due to the nature of the fire scene, and until Mr. Kegg can be ruled out as a suspect he should be considered armed and dangerous. Mr. Kegg is known to drive a Blue 2017 Mazda 8GR, but could also have access to a White Ford Pickup.
The deceased at this time are in the possession of the Gibson County Coroner’s Office. Their names will not be released until an autopsy is scheduled with a Pathologist.
Fire Departments on scene: Francisco Fire Department, Oakland City Fire, Patoka Township Fire, and Barton Township Fire.
Law Enforcement involved in the investigation were: Oakland City Police Department, Indiana State Police, Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office, Deaconess Gibson Police, and the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Two Found Dead In Francisco Fire
On December 31, 2024, at 6:24 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a fire in the 7000 block of East State Road 64 near Francisco. Multiple Officers responded to the scene as well as Francisco Fire Department. Upon arriving law enforcement officers attempted to gain entry into the house where they discovered a deceased person. Law enforcement officers could not go further into the house due to conditions surrounding the fire. Once Francisco Fire arrived on scene a second person was discovered deceased in the residence.
Francisco fire was assisted in containing the fire by the Oakland City Fire Territory, Bart Township Fire, and the Patoka Township Fire Department.
Law Enforcement Officers initially on scene were the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office, Oakland City Police Department, and the Indiana State Police.
This is an active death and fire investigation being investigated in partnership by the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office, Gibson County Coroner, Indiana State Police, and Gibson County Sheriff’s Office.
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Evansville couple
On December 30, 2024, at 3:13 p.m. Gibson County Deputy Eric Powell conducted a traffic stop for an equipment violation on a Silver Acura Integra on US 41 near County Road 168. Upon approaching the vehicle Deputy Powell identified the driver as 31 year old Jabbor Ahmed of Evansville. During a roadside investigation Deputy Powell ran Mr. Ahmed through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles and discovered the Mr. Ahmed’s licenses was suspended on a prior driving while suspended prior conviction. Further it was revealed that Mr. Ahmed had an active Failure To Appear Warrant through Porter County.
While in his patrol car Deputy Powell observed the passenger 24 year old Singleton Johnson of Evansville making multiple furtive movements getting into the glove box and under the seat are of the vehicle. At that point Deputy Powell and other officers on scene approached the vehicle and placed Mr. Ahmed into custody. They then informed Ms. Johnson that the vehicle was going to be towed until it proper registration and insurance were placed on the vehicle. During an inventory search of the vehicle illegal drug and drug paraphernalia were found in the area of Ms. Johnson. At that point Ms. Johnson was placed into custody.
Once the investigation was completed on scene Mr. Ahmed and Ms. Johnson were transported to the Gibson County Jail. Mr. Ahmed was held on the Porter County Warrant and a new Driving While Suspended/Prior Chard. Ms. Johnson was charged with Possession of Methamphetamines and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
Arresting Officer: Eric Powell
Assisting Officers: Indiana Conservation Officer Ryan McIntyre and Deputy Wyatt Hunt.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Princeton woman arrested on OWI and Drug charges
On December 30, 2024, at 5:56 p.m. Gibson County Deputy Wes Baumgart conducted a traffic stop on a Gray Pontiac Grand Am for an equipment violation on Main Street and State Street in Princeton. During a roadside investigation Deputy Baumgart discovered Marijuana and Methamphetamines on the driver 49 year old Shawn Madison of Princeton. Deputy Baumgart then continued his investigation transporting Ms. Madison to Deaconess Gibson Hospital where Standard Field Sobriety Tests were conducted and a chemical test was obtained. At the end of the investigation Ms. Madison was transported to the Gibson County Jail where she was charged with Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Methamphetamines, and Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated.
Assisting Deputy Baumgart in his investigation was Deputies Wyatt Hunt and Eric Powell. Also assisting in this investigation was Princeton Officer Bryce Jutzi.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Juvenile Arrested In Connection To Vehicle Break-ins
On 12/28/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested a male juvenile for 3 counts of Burglary and 1 count of Theft following an investigation into multiple vehicle burglaries overnight. With the information provided by several victims and follow-up by the investigating officers, they identified the suspect. The juvenile was charged and later sent to a juvenile detention center pending a court hearing. Any victims who have not filed a report with the police are encouraged to do so. Additionally, anyone with surveillance cameras outside of their home is asked to review their footage and report any suspicious behavior that occurred overnight (12/27-12/28/2024) from the targeted area of Walnut west towards Oak Street from 4th to 6th Street. This investigation is still ongoing.
Mt. Carmel Man Arrested For Allegedly Misusing Found Debit Card
On 12/27/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested John Kent Kirkman, age 68, of Mt. Carmel for Possession of a Lost or Mislaid Credit/Debit Card with Intent to Use and Possession of a Controlled Substance following an investigation into the unlawful use of an individual’s debit card. The investigating officer utilized bank transactions and video surveillance to identify Kirkman as a suspect. In making contact with Kirkman he admitted to finding the card lying in the street, changed the PIN by contacting the issuing bank, and made multiple cash withdrawals from ATMs. Kirkman turned over the card and was placed under arrest. During the arrest, the officer located a packaged white substance in his pants pocket which later field tested positive for cocaine. Kirkman was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was issued the above charges and later released on a Notice to Appear in court.
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Fort Branch man
On December 27, 2024, at 6:40 p.m. Gibson County Deputy Wyatt Hunt conducted a traffic stop on a Green 1998 Lexus for an equipment violation on US 41 near County Road 800 South. Upon approaching the vehicle Deputy Hunt identified the driver as 50 year old Justin Carter of Fort Branch. During a roadside records check it was discovered that Mr. Carter had only an identification card and his status with the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles listed him as a Habitual Traffic Violator with a lifetime suspension. At that point Deputy Hunt placed Mr. Carter into custody and transported him to the Gibson County Jail where he was charged with Habitual Traffic Violator/Life.
Assisting Deputy Hunt in his investigation was Deputies from the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office and Officers from the Fort Branch Police Department.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
