SYRACUSE — A late afternoon stabbing incident Tuesday, Dec. 8, quickly turned to a hunt for one man after he fled the scene, still armed and on the loose.

KOSCIUSKO — Though the holiday season is typically filled with good will and gifts, area law enforcement agencies are warning of those with colder intentions targeting the unsuspecting this holiday season. According to First Sgt. Chad Hill, the Kosciusko County 911 Center has received numerous calls today reporting a potential scam. According to callers, these …read more.

CROMWELL — Syracuse Police and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s officers responded to a call of a stabbing at 11970 N. Camelot Lane East, Cromwell, in Enchanted Hills. After Syracuse Police and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department officers arrived on scene, they confirmed it was not a stabbing, but a domestic dispute.

SYRACUSE — A Syracuse man is in critical, but stable condition following an electrical shock sustained Monday, Sept. 7. At 4:54 p.m., Syracuse Police and Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department responded to the call, finding Syracuse resident Jason Veenstra, 40, conscious but severely burned.

SYRACUSE — Christopher David Prater, 17, Syracuse, was struck and killed this morning by a train in northern Kosciusko County.
Kosciusko County Coroner Michael Wilson stated Prater was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a westbound CSX freight train en route to Chicago.

SYRACUSE — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, Syracuse Police and Turkey Creek Fire and EMS responded to the call of a pedestrian struck by a train around 7 a.m. this morning.

By FIRST SGT. CHAD HILL, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is warning the public of a scam that has moved to the community again and involves people claiming to be from the IRS. Deputies are investigating a phone scam involving callers who impersonate Internal Revenue Service representatives and demand immediate payments …read more.

By SHERIFF AARON ROVENSTINE, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department honored three of its own retiring employees on Friday after numerous years of service. Kosciusko County Sheriff Aaron Rovenstine celebrated the careers of three employees recently. Rovenstine stated that all three ladies “were truly dedicated and loyal to the department. …read more.

Kosciusko The following persons were arrested and booked in the Kosciusko County Jail: July 11 Mark Edward Thurman, 43, 3762 W. Old Road 30 CR 90E, Warsaw, arrested for possession of methamphetamine. Bond: $5,000 surety and cash. Brandan Parker Lajoice, 21, 675 N. Albert Eckert Dr., North Webster, arrested for battery causing bodily injury. Bond: …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives stated that they have arrested a Warsaw uncle and nephew who allegedly were responsible for several burglaries in the Palestine and Pierceton areas of Kosciusko County. After receiving numerous burglary reports in the last month, sheriff’s deputies had coordinated their patrols at specific times and locations. Shortly after midnight on …read more.

BY CHAD HILL, Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Public Information Officer Officers from several agencies were involved in the foot pursuit and subsequent arrest of a wanted suspect from Whitley County today, in the town of Syracuse. Kosciusko County Drug Task Force units, along with officers from Syracuse, Indiana State Police and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s …read more.

Signs for three additional candidates have been recovered by Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies. Candidate signs were from Rod Eaton, and Fulton County Sheriff candidates Christopher Sailors and Kerry Fear. INITIAL: The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department has obtained approximately 30-35 stolen political yard-style signs that were located in southwestern Kosciusko County. Mentone Deputy Marshall Terry Engstrand …read more.

Early this morning a break-in occurred at Tippecanoe Valley Middle School. Forced entry was made into the building where the intruder attempted to steal money, prescription medications, and musical instruments from secured areas. Damage was done to a few areas of the school, with the primary damage occurring in the office and nearby areas. The …read more.

UPDATE: According to a report issued by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, at 3:51 p.m. KCSD deputies responded to an accident near the intersection of 200 South and Ferguson Road in Warsaw. Officers determined that a vehicle driven by David A. Blake, 47, Warsaw, turned into the path of a motorcycle driven by Travis W. …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies have apprehended and arrested the suspect from last week’s North Webster bank robbery. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies and detectives took the alleged suspect involved in last week’s bank robbery of the Key Bank into custody without incident this morning, just north of Warsaw. Zachary Springer, 28, of Warsaw, was arrested …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers apprehended a burglary suspect Wednesday morning, just north of Leesburg, within 12 minutes of the crime. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Deputies were advised of a burglary in progress Wednesday morning at approximately 10:18 a.m., along with a suspect that was fleeing the residence 6008 North, Old SR 15, Leesburg. As officers from …read more.

The Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives are warning citizens of viral email that is being received by county residents advising of false court notifications. Kosciusko County Clerk Treasure Ann Torpy and Sheriff’s Department detectives are warning of a recent email that has been received that has a potential virus attached. Torpy and detectives were made …read more.

A Warsaw man was arrested this weekend after his father allegedly attempted to take the fall for him. According to police reports, Shane Michael Pingleton, 18, of 5128 W. SR 114 Lot  4, North Manchester, was arrested for illegal consumption of an alcoholic beverage and failure to stop after a car accident that caused a …read more.

The Beta Zeta chapter of Delta Theta Tau sorority recently donated small stuffed animals for children in emergency situations. Aaron Roventstine, pictured at left, accepted the donation on behalf of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department from sorority member Pam Rowland. The Warsaw Police Department, Multi-Township EMS and Life Med were also each given a bag …read more.

An extensive investigation by Kosciusko County detectives has led to the arrest of a Warsaw man who is now charged with sexual misconduct with two minors. Due to the nature of the crime, detectives are declining to divulge too many details of the case to protect the alleged victims, a 14-year-old and a 15-year-old. Kosciusko …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department investigated the following accidents: Monday, August 6, 2:34 p.m. The intersection of Armstrong Road and CR450 East, Leesburg. Drivers: Amy Delap, 28, 216 W Fort Wayne St, Warsaw and Deborah Shanstrom, 58, 2348 Yorktown Dr SE, Kentwood, MI. Delap was traveling west on Armstrong Road when she …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, Aug. 6, 7:21 a.m. SR 25S and Bruner Road. Driver: Jamie Adams, 25, 11491 S 850 W, Akron. Adams struck a pedestrian due to glare from the sun. The pedestrian was checked at the scene by EMS personnel, and his father …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Aug. 5, 12:20 a.m. 3687 N. Barbee Rd., North Webster. Driver: Eric Manning, 27, 16 EMS B42F Lane, Leesburg. Officers of KCSD witnessed Manning drive into the back of a park vehicle. Blood test results are pending. Damages: up to $2,500 …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Friday, Aug. 3, 12:20 a.m. KCSD was called to a residence on W 900S in Silver Lake in reference to a male suspect being held against his will. Upon further investigation, the accusations were not true; however, a report of trespassing was …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, July 31, 9:50 a.m. CR 450W, 3,000 feet south of SR 25W, Warsaw. Driver: Cathy Derf, 51, 768 W. Center St., Warsaw. Derf struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Friday, July 27, 7:07 p.m. Leiter Drive and Lake Street, Warsaw. …read more.

Incidents The following incidents were recently investigated by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department: July 17, 12:09 a.m.: Sally Hobbs of E CR 200N, Warsaw, reported two subjects forced entry into her residence armed with handguns. July 16, 6 p.m.: Daniel White of Leesburg reported a weapon stolen from his residence. July 16, 6:06 p.m.: Chuck …read more.