Former Warrick County Animal Control Supervisor arrested

WARRICK – Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation on December 12th after receiving information from the Warrick County Prosecutor’s Office regarding alleged misappropriated funds from Warrick County Animal Control.

On Wednesday, December 13 afternoon, Indiana State Police executed a search warrant at Danielle A. Barnes’ residence located at 225 North Ohio Street, in Chandler.

Danielle A. Barnes

Barnes, 55, is the former supervisor at Warrick County Animal Control.

During the search of her residence, detectives discovered 25 vials of (FVRCP) Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia, which is a legend drug. FVRCP is a vaccine that protects kittens against three highly contagious and life-threatening feline diseases.

Based on information and evidence seized, detectives arrested Barnes on charges of theft and possession of a legend drug, both Level 6 felonies without incident, and transported her to the Warrick County Jail.

This is an ongoing investigation, and no further information will be released.

Investigating Officers: Detective Patrick Stinson, Detective Brock Werne, and Detective Toni Walden, Indiana State Police