BEDFORD – A Bedford woman is facing multiple felony charges following a domestic disturbance that occurred at her Liberty Bell Street residence on December 28, 2024, according to Lawrence County Police Department records.
Kelly D. Bridges, 52, of Bedford, has been charged with criminal confinement while armed with a deadly weapon, a Level 3 felony, and Intimidation with a deadly weapon, a Level 5 felony, following the incident.
According to the probable cause affidavit filed by Officer Andrew D. Tillett, law enforcement responded to a call at approximately 95 Liberty Bell Street after a male reported that his wife was threatening him with a knife during a domestic dispute.
The incident allegedly began during an argument about a male’s trip to Tennessee. According to police documents, the situation escalated when divorce was mentioned, leading to a confrontation that moved from inside the residence to the driveway where a 2018 Jeep Compass was parked.
Officer Tillett reported reviewing RING camera footage that captured portions of the incident. The footage allegedly showed the suspect wielding a butcher knife and demanding a phone while confronting the victim near the vehicle. The recording also documented damage being inflicted on the car.
During the incident, the suspect sustained injuries to her hand and was located by LCPD Officer Kenton Carter on the East Oolitic Bridge. She was transported to IU Health Bloomington Hospital for treatment.
Police documented evidence at the scene, including damage to the vehicle and blood droplets both outside and inside the residence. The victim was uninjured and was provided with information about Hoosier Hills PACT services.
The information was forwarded to the Lawrence County Prosecutor’s Office, and a warrant was issued for her arrest. She was destined on Saturday, January 18 at 11:20 p.m.
Those facing criminal charges are considered innocent unless convicted through due legal proceedings. Accusations alone do not imply guilt; the judicial system will evaluate the presented evidence to reach a verdict.
