Police Log: July 29, 2025

Bedford Police Department Incidents – July 28 Incidents – July 27 Accidents – July 28 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – July 28 Incidents –…

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Men’s shelter extends cooling center hours through Wednesday amidst extreme heat

BEDFORD – As the region continues to grapple with extreme heat, the Men’s Shelter, located at 1414 H Street, in Bedford, has announced extended hours of…

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New Indiana laws bolster support for first responders

INDIANA – Indiana’s police, firefighters, and first responders, who routinely confront stressful and dangerous situations in the line of duty, will benefit from new state…

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Fentanyl test strips now legal in Indiana amid overdose crisis

INDIANA – Fentanyl test strips, previously considered drug paraphernalia, are now officially legal in Indiana, a move aimed at combating the state’s escalating overdose crisis….

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Indiana State Police intensify “Move Over” enforcement campaign

INDIANA – The Indiana State Police (ISP) are stepping up efforts to enforce the state’s “Move Over Law,” targeting drivers who fail to yield to…

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Indiana State Police implement new comment moderation policy

JASPER — The Indiana State Police (ISP) has activated a new comment moderation policy across all its social media platforms, including the Indiana State Police…

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Indiana parents cautioned about sharing too much information in back-to-school photos

INDIANA – As the new school year approaches and parents prepare for the traditional “first day of school” photos, law enforcement agencies across the country,…

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Bedford Police Department seeking new officers

BEDFORD — The Bedford Police Department is actively accepting applications for police officer positions, offering a starting salary of $66,258.14 and a sign-on bonus of…

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Adam Kitson promoted to sergeant; Joins Fort Wayne District leadership

FORT WAYNE– Indiana State Police Superintendent Anthony Scott has announced the promotion of Detective Trooper Adam Kitson to the rank of Sergeant. Sgt. Kitson will…

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Extreme heat persists through mid-week; Relief on the horizon

INDIANA – Residents of Bedford and the surrounding areas are urged to continue exercising extreme caution as a dangerous heatwave is expected to persist through…

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