Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 29, 1:29 a.m. SR 15 and U.S. 30. Driver: Marcus D. Croy, 28, Spring Street, Fort Wayne. Croy was northbound on SR 15 when he fell asleep. His truck struck the concrete median of the highway. He was taken …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Wednesday, April 24, 8:28 p.m. A woman reported her daughter stole a phone from the home. Wednesday, April 24, 10:10 p.m. Officers were requested at a residence due to a male subject violating a personal protection order. Thursday, April …read more.

Kosciusko County officials have now released more information regarding the arrest of a Warsaw man who is charged with fracturing a 2-year-old boy’s skull. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detectives, along with officials from the Indiana Department of Child Services, were contacted by emergency room officials at Kosciusko Community Hospital Thursday at approximately 12:21 p.m. According …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, April 24, 9:38 p.m. North Detroit Street. Drivers: Samantha A. Clemente, 20, Pine Bush, N.Y.; and Susan R. Hoffman, 42, South 600 West, Silver Lake. Clemente was pulling out of the McDonald’s parking lot and pulled in front of Hoffman’s …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: April 26, 2013 Oscar William Tipton, 40, 9287 S. Amanda Dr., Claypool, arrested for failure to appear. Bond: $1,000 Aaron Ortiz, 31, 1404 Tippecanoe Dr. B1, Warsaw, arrested for driving while suspended. Bond: $300 Brittany Michelle Wright, 26, 312 Birchwood Ct., Warsaw, …read more.

The sixth nationwide Prescription Drug Take Back initiative sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration is taking place tomorrow and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department is taking part. 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 …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff Rocky Goshert today announced the 34rd Annual Indiana Sheriff’s Youth Leadership Camp will again be held in June and July this year. The Sheriff’s Youth Leadership Camp is a program provided by the Indiana Sheriff’s Association for boys and girls who are currently in the 7th or 8th grade and are interested …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Monday, April 22, 11:02 a.m. When attempting to verify an address for Jeffrey Allen Evans, they determine he was no longer living where he registered as a sex offender. Monday, April 22, 1:20 p.m. Norfolk Southern reported a theft. …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 22, 2:59 p.m. Lake City Highway and Anchorage Road. Drivers: Russell E. Gortner, 41, Martin Road, West Salem, Ohio; and Gladys Riley, 67, West 300 North, Etna Green. Gortner was stopped at a stop light when he let out …read more.

A 4-year-old child was placed in protective custody Tuesday when Kosciusko County officers attempting to serve a warrant located a meth lab in the child’s home. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies went to 9556 W. Old Rd. 30 in Etna Green at about 3:43 p.m. yesterday to serve a warrant on Kayla Anne Waltz, 25, …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, April 21, 6:30 p.m. Police were called to a home in the 100 block of Warner Drive, Claypool, where a 33-year-old man, Jeffery Jones, was found deceased. The death is under investigation but police say it does not …read more.

Warsaw Police Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 22, 7:26 a.m. West Winona Avenue and South Union Street. Drivers: Austin B. Fryback, 17, West Monoquet Road, Warsaw; and John D. Hand, 18, East Dellview Drive, Warsaw. Both drivers were westbound on Winona Avenue. Fryback said he was not …read more.

Kosciusko County Coroner Michael Wilson and the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the death of a 33-year-old Claypool man. According to a KCSD report, Jeffery C. Jones, 33, was found dead in his home on Warner Drive at about 6:30 p.m. Sunday. KCSD Sgt. Chad Hill said, “There is no evidence of foul play …read more.

On Saturday, April 27, the Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring the sixth nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. The 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 …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, April 18, 11:53 a.m. South Detroit and East Market streets. Drivers: Zachary M. Gray, 19, East Center Street, Warsaw; and Joshua D. Hurt, 17, East Sage Drive, Warsaw. Gray said he was not able to stop in time to avoid …read more.

An attempt to serve arrest warrants led to a methamphetamine lab and a high speed pursuit through two counties. It all began at 8:26 p.m. last night when officers of the Warsaw Narcotics and Kosciusko County Drug Taskforce were at a mobile home park on County Road 100 South, south of Warsaw. While at the …read more.

North Webster Police, Indiana State Police and deputies of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were called at about 7:30 p.m. Tuesday to a residence in the 9000 block of CR 500 North, North Webster, for a potential hostage situation, but it appears the call was a false alarm. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Sgt. Chad Hill …read more.

A lost cell phone ultimately led to the arrest of a North Webster man accused of breaking into a Syracuse residence over the weekend and stealing prescription medications. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies arrested Kenneth J. Keene, 51, Saturday afternoon after locating his cell phone at the scene of the crime. Prior to making the …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, April 14, 1:30 p.m. Officers received reports of eggs thrown at vehicles and property on Lynn Lane. The eggs damaged five garage doors and one vehicle. Sunday, April 14, 11:45 a.m. Officers were called to the 500 block of Clinic …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 15, 5:45 a.m. South County Farm Road, Claypool. Driver: Jim P. Howard, 36, North Mill Street, North Manchester. Howard swerved to miss a deer and drove off the road, through a fence and into a field. Damages: …read more.

A home invasion in Syracuse is under investigation this morning and one person was treated at an area hospital for injuries during the attack. At about 12:34 a.m. this morning, 911 operators received an emergency call from a residence in the 600 block of North Harrison Street, Syracuse. The victim, Jeremy Smith, told the first …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Friday, April 12, 3 a.m. An officer made a traffic stop in the area of North 150 West and Lake City Highway and arrested Virgil Dordon for operating while intoxicated. Thursday, April 11, 9:07 p.m. Police were called to a home …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, April 11, 9:15 a.m. 1812 N. Detroit St., Warsaw. Driver: Lesa S. Cochran, 50, North Shaffer Street, Milford. Cochran was backing into the yard at Anderson Greenhouse and backed into an irrigation pipe. Damages: up to $2,500 Wednesday, April 10, …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, April 9, 4:23 p.m. East 700 North and North 200 East, Leesburg. Drivers: Felicia L. Young, 20, Prairie Drive, Syracuse; and Debra L. Blunk, 49, Cinderella Drive, Cromwell. Young was southbound on 200 East and stopped at the …read more.

Attempting to sell a substance disguised as an illegal drug is a crime and it landed a Warsaw man in jail. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Drug Task Force officers, along with a K9 unit of the Warsaw Police Department, arrested Shawn Douglas Elder, 19, this morning after he attempted to sell undercover officers a look-a-like …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 8, 1:18 p.m. Lake City Highway. Drivers: Rose M. Gesaman, 68, EMS B20B Lane, Pierceton; Barbara J. McIntosh, 57, Boyd Circle, Michigan City; and Jennifer L. Ulerick, 37, East 3rd Street, Peru. Gesaman was adjusting her glass when she …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Tuesday, April 9, 12:05 a.m. Edward Enders reported a burglary. Monday, April 8, 2:11 p.m. Debra Swanson reported a theft at her business, located on the 2200 Block N. 650 W., Warsaw. Monday, April 8, 6:43 p.m. Brenda Aldefer …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Sunday, April 7, 6:58 p.m. A Cromwell woman reported juveniles had damaged some items. A report was sent to the probation department. Saturday, April 6, 11:40 p.m. A Silver Lake woman reported a male subject made verbal threats to …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 8, 5:43 a.m. North SR 15, Milford. Drivers: Eric T. Estep, 31, North 175 East, Warsaw; and Chadd A. Brown, 30, East Robby Drive, Warsaw. Both drivers were northbound on SR 15. Brown was upset with Estep …read more.

For the second time this week, Pierceton Fire Department was called to 3773 E. 500 S. for a field fire. Today, officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department were also called to the scene. The fire was reported just before 3:30 p.m. and resulted in Pierceton calling for a full assist from Sidney Fire Department …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Thursday, April 4, 2:45 a.m. Police took a female to the Bowen Center for an emergency detention. Thursday, April 4, 1:22 a.m. Teresa Gill reported the theft of vehicle parts / accessories from the 1800 block of West Winona Avenue. Wednesday, …read more.

Kosciusko Count Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, April 4, 8:35 a.m. East 500 North and SR 13, Warsaw. Driver: Frances J. Carten, 75, North 600 East, Warsaw. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Thursday, April 4, 6:26 a.m. U.S. 30 and North 200 …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Tuesday, April 2, 4:04 a.m. Officers were called to a location on West Island Lane where a woman reported her truck stolen, possibly by her fiancé. Monday, April 1, 5:52 p.m. James Andersen, North 300 East, Leesburg, reported the theft of …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, April 1, 1:02 a.m. South 275 East and East 225 South, Winona Lake. Driver: Jeremy R. Patrick, 25, Sandra Lane, Winona Lake. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Monday, April 1, 6:05 a.m. North SR 13 and East …read more.

This week’s Crime of the Week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. An address in the 1700 West block of 1250 North, Milford, reported a burglary and theft to a farm shop. At least two suspect(s) gained entry into the shop through an overhead door. Once inside the shop the suspect(s) …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Friday, March 29, 12:14 a.m. A theft was reported when a victim stated that Christina Joy Kreider of Winona Lake had stolen medication and damaged a vehicle that belonged to the victim. Friday, March 29, 3:35 p.m. Aaron Phillips …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: March 31, 2013 Aaron Kinser Brubaker, 29, 101 Warner Drive 9, Claypool, arrested for battery and public intoxication. Bond: $500 Reuben Jessie Delion, 19, 313 Rattington Circle, Warsaw, arrested for illegal consumption of an alcoholic beverage. No bond noted March 30, 2013 …read more.

The mother of a 12-year-old girl who was the alleged victim of child molesting is speaking out in defense of the accuser. Jennifer, whose last name we are not revealing to protect her daughter, says the felony charges filed against Michael Ray Long, 35, of Warsaw, are not justified. “It didn’t happen as the police …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Thursday, March 28, 12 a.m. A male subject was stopped at Old 30 East and Brailler Road, Pierceton, for a traffic violation and was later arrested for possession of a controlled substance and OWI. Wednesday, March 27, 8:14 p.m. …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accident: Wednesday, March 27, 5:51 a.m. South Country Club Road and East 300 South, Warsaw. Drivers: Jannie S. Roberts, 65, South Maple Lane, North Manchester; and Sheila R. Hackworth, 50, East 1200 South, Silver Lake. Several deer ran into the …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: March 28, 2013 Michael Albert Glunt, 53, 13 EMS R4E Ln., Pierceton, arrested for OWI. No bond noted March 27, 2013 Michael Robert Earhart, 35, 325 Birchwood Ct., Wabash, arrested for failure to appear. Bond: $500 Jason Dewayne Oswalt, 25, homeless, Warsaw, …read more.

Michael Ray Long, 35, of Warsaw, was arrested Tuesday on a warrant issued through Kosciusko County at the culmination of a current investigation by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department detective division. Long is charged with a class C felony charge of child molesting and a class D felony charge of sexual battery. According to a …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Tuesday, March 26, 9:59 a.m. Sandra Miner of Pierceton reported a theft from a barn. Warsaw Police Department Officers of the Warsaw Police Department recently investigated the following incidents: Tuesday, March 26, 10:18 a.m. Drugs were found during a …read more.

Kosciusko County Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accident: Tuesday, March 26, 8:26 a.m. East 400 North, east of North 400 East, Warsaw. Driver: Jamison G. Bolt, 16, East 375 North, Warsaw. Bolt said he drove off the road for no reason and collided with a couch. Damages: less than …read more.

This week’s Crime of the Week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. An address in the 12000 north block of CR 300 East, Syracuse, reported a residential burglary/theft. An unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and took an engagement ring and a birth stone ring, along with prescription medication. If you have …read more.

Warsaw Police Department Tuesday, March 26, 7:23 a.m. North Detroit Street and West 350 North, Warsaw. Drivers: Shawna L. Howard, 29, Kuder Lane, Warsaw; and Deborah L. Sharp, 61, East Marion Street, Nappanee. Sharp was stopped at a red light when Howard’s vehicle rear-ended her. Howard admitted her brakes were bad. Damages: up to $5,000 …read more.

Winona Lake Police Department March 25, 2:30 a.m. A Winona Lake woman reported receiving harassing telephone calls. Warsaw Police Department March 25, 9:38 a.m. Jerry Opperud of Warsaw reported a window was broken out of his vehicle. March 25, 3:24 p.m. Jason Stahly was involved in a single vehicle accident and taken to Kosciusko Community …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Friday, March 22, 7:31 a.m. West 25 South, Etna Green. Driver: Hanna M. Losee, 23, 950 West, Etna Green. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $5,000 Friday, March 22, 8:55 a.m. South Main and East Huntington Streets, North Webster. Drivers: John …read more.

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IXZRoB5LuY] “I always expect the worst,” said Gordy Nash of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department, “but so far I’ve been really fortunate to never have had any problems.” Nash has been with the KCSD for nearly 27 years. Much of his time there has been served as a jailer and in court security, but …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, March 19, 6:33 a.m. North SR 13 and East 350 North, North Webster. Driver: Randy D. Hickman, 51, East 500 North, North Webster. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $5,000 Tuesday, March 19, 8:45 p.m. South Packerton Road, Sidney. Driver: …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, March 14, 12:34 p.m. South 400 East north of East 1200 South, Sidney. Driver: Richard W. Johnston, 87, Hickory Lane, North Manchester. Johnston said he passed out while driving, causing his vehicle to run off of the road and strike an …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, March 13, 12:31 a.m. West 400 North and North 150 West, Warsaw. Driver: Daniel L. Buckholz, 27, West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Tuesday, March 12, 10:25 p.m. North SR 15 north of Plum …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: March 12, 6:55 a.m. A Warsaw man reported a domestic battery at his residence. 
March 12, 4:43 p.m. A Warsaw teen reported receiving threatening text messages from a male subject. March 12, 5:15 p.m. Police were called to 5749 E. McKenna Rd., …read more.

A Pierceton man who was driving drunk in August 2011 and seriously injured a woman, has thus far avoided being sentenced for his crime, but his attorney says it is due to insurance issues. According to Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department information, Andrew Peters, 29, was operating while intoxicated in August 2011. His vehicle crossed the …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: March 9, 12:42 p.m. Marjorie Tucker of Warsaw reported a problem with a rental agreement. March 9, 1:34 p.m. The theft of an air conditioning unit was reported by Northern Little Dove Church, South SR 13, Warsaw. March 9. Marta Konkle of …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Thursday, March 7, 8:19 a.m. North 500 West, Warsaw. Driver: Alexis N. Travis, 17, West 550 North, Warsaw. Travis said a black pickup truck crossed the line into her lane, causing her to run off of the road and strike a sign. …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: March 5, 6:05 p.m. A suicide attempt was reported in Etna Green. March 5, 6:30 p.m. A Warsaw woman filed a report regarding interference with child custody. March 5, 3:08 a.m. Officers were informed of a passenger car on its top in …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: March 5, 2013 Jerry Dean Rice, 61, 1931 Lavista Dr., arrested for OWI. Bond: $550 Amy Corinne Miller, 42, 202 Melvin St., Mishawaka, arrested for failure to appear. Bond: $1,500 Lauren Jarome Winston, 20, 919 Liberty St., Fort Wayne, arrested for probation …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: March 2, 3:10 p.m. A suspended driver was involved in a traffic accident. March 2, 11:36 a.m. Mark Anderson of Warsaw reported the theft of a license plate. March 2, 12 a.m. A Leesburg woman reported a battery. March 2, 6:58 p.m. …read more.

Robert Edward Hurley The man charged with the strangulation death of his roommate was arraigned in court this morning on a single charge of murder. As StaceyPageOnline.com first reported yesterday, the death of a man at Hideaway Hills mobile home park has been ruled a homicide. (See story) Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department officers arrested Robert …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 27, 2013 Dana Mishelle Miller, 24, 10360 S. Edgewater Dr., Silver Lake, arrested for probation violation. No bond Lucky Johnny Winters, 20, 2222 Balboa Ct., Fort Wayne, arrested for possession of marijuana. Bond: $450 Fabian Malagon Sanchez, 28, 1202 Wooster Rd. …read more.

At 1:37 p.m. Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, then 28-year-old Andrew Peters of Pierceton crossed the center line of County Road 100 North and hit a Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicle driven by Melissa Fitzsimmons, 30, also of Pierceton. Fitzsimmons sustained a serious ankle injury but her infant daughter, who was safely strapped in a car seat, …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, Feb. 27, 12:24 a.m. U.S. 30, Etna Green. Driver: Jeremy J. Shoemaker, 31, Salamonie Avenue, Huntington. Shoemaker was eastbound on U.S. 30 when the trailer on his semi began to jack knife into the median. Damages: up to $10,000 Tuesday, Feb. …read more.

The small lake community of North Webster had never before – and has not since – seen a crime like the 1975 murder of a local teenager. Even today, with the case still unsolved, the community remembers the case of Laurel Jean Mitchell. Laurel’s father was Richard D. “Dick” Mitchell, a well known public figure …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, Feb. 25, 6:53 a.m. East 400 South and South County Farm Road, Warsaw. Drivers: Adam M. Craft, 22, East 650 South, Pierceton; and Hal J. Gunter, 65, West 600 South, Claypool. Craft was eastbound on 400 South and disregarded a stop …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff Rocky Goshert has a new addition to the sheriff’s department’s roster. Deputy Sheriff Joel Popenfoose recently replaced a vacancy within the sheriff’s department road patrol division. Deputy Sheriff Popenfoose, 28, is a 2003 graduate of Warsaw High School as well as a 2007 graduate of Grace College. He holds a degree in …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Monday, Feb. 25, 3:57 a.m. North 200 West, Warsaw. Driver: Juan N. Malagon, 52, River Crest Drive, Warsaw. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $5,000 Sunday, Feb. 24, 7:43 p.m. SR 13 South and SR 14 East, Sidney. Driver: Ernie L. …read more.

(EDITOR’S NOTE: An incomplete report was provided by the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department due to a computer problem. The initial name of the person flown in serious condition was incorrect. The following is the corrected information.) Blood test results are pending as the Kosciusko County Fatal Accident Crash Team continues its investigation into a single …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Friday, Feb. 22, 4:42 a.m. North SR 15 north of Plum Street, Leesburg. Drivers: Angela M. Frost, 40, South CR 425 West, Claypool; and Khristopher M. Freed, 30, South Nappanee Street, Nappanee. Frost was northbound on SR 15 and lost control of …read more.

Andres Oscar Cervantes Armando Rene Cervantes Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested two brothers early this morning on drug charges that stemmed from the arrest of a stabbing suspect. (See related story) KCSD deputies arrested Andres Oscar Cervantes, 36, and his brother, Armando Rene Cervantes, 36, both residing at the 314 N. Columbia St., Warsaw. The …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, Feb. 20, 7:43 a.m. 7888 W. Crystal Flash Rd., Warsaw. Driver: Brandon C. Maull, 16, West Crystal Flash Road, Warsaw. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Tuesday, Feb. 19, 8:35 p.m. East 1400 North and North Warner Road, Syracuse. …read more.

An officer of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department joined Florida law enforcement agencies last Thursday in raiding an Orlando, Fla., home following an investigation that started in Warsaw. KCSD became involved with the case earlier this month when Martha Mikel of SR 19, Nappanee, reported a scam. Mikel had been contacted by Derick Cordero, 32, …read more.

Accident Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accident: Sunday, 12:26 p.m. 9311 S. SR 15, Silver Lake. Driver: Darrell E. Carr, 56, Acorn Drive, Warsaw. Travis Pollard, West Wilson Avenue, Silver Lake, said he left his car outside the McClure gas station in Silver Lake. When he came out he …read more.

This week’s Crime Stoppers Crime of the Week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. Officers are investigating a residential burglary/theft that occurred an address in the 1200 block of Ferguson Road, Warsaw. An unknown suspect(s) broke open a rear door to the home and, once inside, the suspect(s) took two laptops, …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Feb. 14, 2:06 a.m. Police responded to 5200 block of West 950 South, Silver Lake, where Anthony Serrano sustained an accidental self-inflicted gunshot wound to the leg. Feb. 14, 1:58 a.m. Police were called to West Island Lane in Warsaw where an …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Feb. 12, 11:23 a.m. An officer conducted a traffic stop on North Lake Street and the driver was arrested for never having a license. Feb. 12, 2:28 p.m. A Warsaw woman reported a sexual assault. Feb. 11, 12:57 p.m. Kristen Field of …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Feb. 10, 4:59 p.m. Old U.S. 30, Warsaw. Driver: Benjamin L. Brooks, 23, West Jackson Street, Mentone. Driver struck a dog. Damages: up to $5,000 Sunday, Feb. 10, 7:42 a.m. West 900 North, Milford. Driver: Autumn B. Hollar, 16, West 900 …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies, jailers and reserve deputies received a “virtual reality” of scenarios last week as they completed mandatory F.A.T.S® training. The F.A.T.S® system (acronyms for Firearms Training Systems) was assembled and located in the basement of the Kosciusko County Justice Building. Officers were required to attend one of the many two-hour training …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Feb. 10, 5:56 p.m. Roger Hyden of Warsaw reported a burglary to his residence. Feb. 10, 11:01 p.m. Jodie Wells of Warsaw reported a moped accident. Feb. 8, 12:16 a.m. Jim Gringle of Warsaw reported criminal mischief to his vehicles. Feb. 8, …read more.

Computer contracting led to a police investigation that resulted in felony child pornography charges against a Warsaw man. Adam Christopher Snyder, 28, 115 EMS B48 Ln., Warsaw, is accused of storing photos and videos of child pornography on his computer’s hard drive. The investigation began when Snyder contacted a freelance computer specialist to remove the …read more.

This week’s Crime of the Week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. On Feb. 6, an address in the 2400 North block of 200 West, Warsaw, reported a theft from a business. An unknown suspect(s) took two semi-trailers from the parking lot of Frontline Manufacturing. Both trailers were manufactured by Vanguard …read more.

A short foot pursuit near Mentone Saturday night ended with one subject arrested on several charges. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies and Claypool officers went to an area of Palestine Lake Saturday night to serve two active warrants on Matthew Dillan Mahaska, 20, Mentone. Mahaska was found walking along CR 600 West near Blue Jay …read more.

A Cromwell couple has been charged with felony theft and burglary for their alleged parts in stealing a boat and power tools from residences in the Papakeechie Lake area last fall. Investigators said they acquired information implicating Lindsay Raye Housman, 25, in the theft of one aluminum flat-bottom boat and power tools. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 7, 2013 Ashley A. Paschall, 29, 901 Harkless Dr., Syracuse, arrested for failure to appear. Bond: $265.50 Feb. 6, 2013 Lindsay Raye Housman, 25, 11194 N. Honeycomb Ln., Cromwell, arrested for theft over $100,000 and burglary. Bond: $5,000 Anita Lynn Moore, …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, Feb. 5, 11:37 p.m. U.S. 30 and CR 350 West, Warsaw. Driver: Sondra D. Haywood, 59, South Adams Street, Marion. Driver fell asleep at the wheel and struck a road sign. Damages: up to $5,000 Tuesday, Feb, 5, 8:13 p.m. East …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Feb. 4, 1:16 p.m. A Leesburg man reported being the victim of threats. Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m. Jaria McNees of Warsaw reported a theft from her vehicle. Feb. 4, 12 a.m. Joel Shepherd of Warsaw reported a handgun stolen from his home. …read more.

Kosciusko County The following individuals were recently booked into the Kosciusko County Jail: Feb. 4, 2013 Kevin Ryan Anderson, 30, 6067 N. 2nd St., Leesburg, arrested for OWI. Bond: $750 Roosevelt Jackson, 44, 511 Willard Ave. Apt. 1, Michigan City, arrested for nonsupport of a dependent. Bond: $8,000 Steven Kent Zollinger, 45, 26861 CR 26, …read more.

Accidents Officer of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Feb. 3, 1:05 p.m. West Old Rd. 30 and North 800 West, Atwood. Drivers: Sarah L. Montel, 48, East 1000 South, Claypool; and Lois A. Click, 72, Lakeview Dr., Winona Lake. Montel pulled into the path of Click’s vehicle at the …read more.

Big Daddy’s Sports Bar is now just weeds, dirt and remnants of a parking lot sandwiched between U.S. 30 and Anchorage Road in Warsaw. If the soils there could speak, they could help solve a mystery that has perplexed the community for just over a decade. Dec. 4, 2001, was a mild winter night in …read more.

Kosciusko County Sheriff Rocky Goshert is announcing the promotion of several deputies within the department that has occurred over the last several months.  The following are those officers and their new respective rank: Todd Sautter promoted to Detective Lieutenant Matt Rapp promoted to Detective Lieutenant Chad Hill promoted to First Sergeant Jon Tyler promoted to …read more.

This week’s Crime of the Week comes from the files of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department. On Jan. 30, 2013, an address in the 3300 block of West Crystal Lake Road, Warsaw, reported thefts from several vehicles. An unknown suspect(s) gained entry into the vehicles ransacking them, taking change and electronic equipment. The sheriff’s department …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Tuesday, Jan. 29, 7:06 a.m. South SR 25 near West 250 South, Warsaw. Driver: Daniel L. Barr, 25, North SR 13, Pierceton. Barr was southbound on SR 25 when he struck a pole along the edge of the road and lost control. …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Jan. 28, 10:30 p.m. Anna Rose Mast of Warsaw reported a property damage accident. Jan. 28, 11:39 a.m. Stella Bradford of Silver Lake reported fraudulent activity on her bank account. Jan. 28. An altercation occurred between two female students at Wawasee High …read more.

Two people were arrested Monday after Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Deputies discovered a meth lab inside a Leesburg home. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department drug task force officers were executing active warrants Monday morning in the 300 block of Smith Street, Leesburg, when they discovered various methamphetamine labs inside the residence.  KCSD officers were attempting to serve …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Jan. 26. Chris Clark of Warsaw reported his dog was attacked. Jan. 26, 12 a.m. Jose Angel Villa of Warsaw reported he sold a vehicle a few months ago and was never paid full price. Jan. 26, 1 p.m. Juan Carlos Murillo …read more.

Incidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following incidents: Jan. 25, 1:16 a.m. A rape was reported to the sheriff’s department. Jan. 24, 10:04 a.m. John Rees of Warsaw reported theft from a business. Jan. 24, 12:31 p.m. Isaac Lemler of Leesburg reported being the victim of identity theft. Jan. 24, …read more.

A recent rash of criminal mischief incidents has detectives of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department asking for the public’s help in finding and stopping the individuals responsible. Detectives are currently investigating at least a dozen incidents of vandalism that occurred over the last weekend in the northern portion of Kosciusko County. The incidents in question …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Wednesday, Jan. 23, 7:48 a.m. North SR 13, Pierceton. Driver: Wendy L. Dimmick, 24, 432 S. Edgewater Dr., Syracuse. Driver struck a deer. Damages: up to $2,500 Tuesday, Jan. 22, 7:54 p.m. Fox Farm Road, Warsaw. Driver: David N. Caldwell, 66, Grouse …read more.

A police K9 successfully tracked a male suspect who was involved in a pursuit with Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department deputies, Indiana State Police and Mentone Police this morning. At 10:26 a.m., the suspect, identified as Aaron Brubaker, 29, of Warsaw, was taken into custody. The incident began at about 9:15 a.m. today when an Indiana …read more.

Accidents Officers of the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department recently investigated the following accidents: Sunday, Jan. 20, 8:15 p.m. North 250 East and EMS C28 Lane, Leesburg. Driver: Kayla L. Hamilton, 21, East South Street, Milford. Driver swerved to miss a deer and the vehicle began sliding on gravel causing the vehicle to strike a fence. …read more.