Crime
Mitchell woman accused of felony theft of firearms
BEDFORD – A Mitchell woman is facing felony theft charges after allegedly pawning two firearms stolen from a Bedford residence. Melissa S. Key, 49, of…
Bedford man arrested after becoming combative with officer following traffic stop
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested on Monday, June 2, after allegedly resisting officers following a traffic stop for running a red light. Jerry…
Police Log: June 4, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 3 Incidents – June 3 Incidents – June 2 Accidents – June 3 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Mitchell woman charged with felony drug offense, OWI tied to October crash
LAWRENCE CO. – A Mitchell woman is facing felony drug charges and misdemeanor operating while intoxicated charges following a three-vehicle accident in October 2024. According…
Arrest made in ongoing battery case
BEDFORD – The Bedford Police Department has arrested Christopher Lee Simmons, 37, of Bedford, following an investigation into an alleged domestic battery incident that occurred…
Bedford man faces meth and drug paraphernalia charges following search of his home
BEDFORD – A Bedford man on house arrest through Martin County is facing charges of possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia after a home search…
Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department faces staffing shortage, increased workload
LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County Sheriff Greg Day informed the commissioners on Tuesday morning that the Sheriff’s Department is currently operating with a significant staffing…
Two arrested in Waynetown on methamphetamine dealing charges
MONTGOMERY CO. – Two individuals were arrested on Friday, May 30, 2025, in Waynetown, Indiana, following an investigation by Trooper Bradley Howell and other troopers…
Auburn man identified in officer-involved shooting, officer placed on administrative leave
AUBURN – The individual shot in an officer-involved shooting in Auburn on the evening of June 1, 2025, has been identified as Kyle Leins, 44,…
Mitchell man arrested after police find drugs and child sexual abuse material
MITCHELL – A Mitchell man, Travis A. Bell, 37, was arrested Thursday, May 29, on multiple felony charges, including five counts of possession of child…
