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November 20, 2009

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Special Prosecutor Appointed to Britton Case

(Sharon Love)

A special prosecutor has been appointed in the case of a former Harrison County Jail Commander that fatally shot herself in March.  A judge has appointed Nancy Jacobs, who is Switzerland County’s chief deputy prosecutor, to the case which involves Christine Britton.  Britton’s husband John, a Harrison police officer is now on leave from the sheriff’s department.  John told investigators that he left a handgun on the couple’s bed during an argument and Christine used it later to shoot herself.  Another case which involves the Harrison County Sheriff, is being handled by Jacob’s as well.  A jury will begin hearing evidence in the sexual harassment case against Sheriff Mike Deatrick, Monday.

Senate Introduces Affordable Healthcare Act

(Connie Jax)

Eleven days ago, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Affordable Health Care for America Act. Now, the Senate has introduced their legislation, which is the next step in the process toward health insurance reform.  Senator Reid listened to the American people and made sure this bill keeps insurance companies from controlling our health care system by guaranteeing choice and accountability through a public health care option. This week 44,000 Americans lost their health insurance, 17,000 Americans were forced into bankruptcy because of medical debt and 400 people lost their lives because they lacked health insurance.   “The statistics speak to the crisis in our health care system, and it is nothing short of a national tragedy.  We have worked tirelessly to move Reps. Joe Donnelly, Baron Hill and Brad Ellsworth and we expect no less from the Senate,” said Thomas.

Failure to Register As Sex Offenders Land Six in Jail

(Madison Courier)

Criminal charges have been filed against six Jefferson County men for failing to register as sex offenders. According to the Madison Courier; six men living in Jefferson County did not update their addresses on the Indiana Sheriffs' Sex and Violent Offender Registry.  According to court records, each of the men was registered as living in one place but was found living at another location. The men failed to register their new addresses. Failure to register as a sex offender is a felony charge and has a penalty of at least six months in jail if convicted. Nathaniel Mann, 30 was listed as living at 628 West St. in 2008, but family members confirmed he had not lived there in a long time. Authorities were told Mann was living at 409 W. First St., but he had not lived there since January, the criminal complaint filed by the prosecutor's office said. He has been on the registry since 2006 after being convicted of sexual misconduct with a minor. William B. Patterson, 45 was listed as living at 315 Mulberry St. in April, but Patterson's landlord told authorities that Patterson moved out in July, the complaint said. Patterson has been on the registry since 2003 after he was convicted of three charges of sexual abuse, first-degree, in Kentucky. Leslie E. Richardson, 31was listed as living at 3044 Cameron Court in February, but he had not been living at the address for three months, the complaint said. Richardson has been listed on the registry in 2006 after he was convicted of child molestation.  Marvin C. Ritch, 23 was listed as living at 242 E. Main St. in Hanover in July, but he has not lived there in two months, the complaint said. He has been listed on the registry since 2008 after being convicted of child molesting. William C. Surrett, 66 was listed as living at 2799 S. State Road 62, but he has not lived there in more than a year. Thomas J. Davidson Jr., 47was listed as living at 801 E. Main St. in 2007, but authorities learned that Davidson had not lived there for 1 1/2 years, the complaint said. Davidson was placed on the registry in 2001 after he was convicted of child molestation.

Jeff Clerk-Treasurer Pleads Not Guilty

(News-tribune.net)

The Jeffersonville Clerk-Treasurer pleaded not guilty to a felony theft by deception charge. According to News-Tribune, Peggy Wilder traded in a 1998 Volvo that was not in her name on September 1. Wilder told the car dealer that the vehicle belonged to her, but stated that she did not have the title with her on the date of the purchase. Receiving a $2,000 credit on the Volvo trade in, Wilder drove off the lot in a 1999 Mercedes station wagon, promising to bring the Volvo’s title the next day. Wilder never returned. After running a check on the vehicle’s identification number, it was found to have been registered to Sam Swope. An arraignment hearing is scheduled for January 12.

NA Police Arrest Two on Drug Charges

(Sharon Love)

New Albany police arrest two people on multiple drug charges.  41-year-old Robert Demeter and 41-year-old Hope Densford were arrested Wednesday night at Densford's home in the 100 block of Starlight Drive. Officers say Demeter attempted to flee on foot at the scene of the arrests. Demeter is charged with the sale of cocaine, possession of marijuana and resisting law enforcement. Densford is charged with the sale of cocaine, possession of meth, maintaining a common nuisance and possession of marijuana. Both are in the Becher Correctional Facility.

IURC Approves Utility Discount Program

(Sharon Love)

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved a plan yesterday that allows Vectren, Citizens Gas and Northern Indiana Public Service Co. to reinstate natural gas rate discount programs that expired in May.  But the IURC order requires the utilities to contribute at least 25 percent of the funding.

Senator Lugar's Wife Charged With Drunk Driving

(Sharon Love)

The wife of Indiana Senator Richard Lugar is facing charges after she was involved in a hit-and-run.  77-year-old Charlene Lugar was stopped late Wednesday in a Virginia neighborhood after officers noticed damage to the front of her vehicle.  Charlene was charged with drunk driving and hit-and-run.  No one was injured in the accident and Senator Lugar has apologized for the incident.

Lexington Library Arts & Crafts Fair Today and Tomorrow

(Sharon Love)

The Lexington Public Library is hosting an Arts & Crafts Fair from Noon until 5 p.m. today and tomorrow.  There will be home-made crafts, goodies and Christmas items with fifteen different vendors. 

Scott County Christmas Assistance Still Taking Applications

(Sharon Love)

The Scott County Christmas Assistance Program volunteers are now taking applications for Christmas Assistance for those families that are low income.  Volunteers will be at the Austin’s Kid’s Place on Union Street Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10:00 to 2:00 and on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  You must bring picture ID, verification of address and all income in household. The Christmas assistance program is for children newborn to 16 years of age.  Applications for food baskets for the elderly and disabled will also be taken during those times.  If anyone would like to donate toys or food items, or would like more information call 812-498-3137, 812-820-3533 or 812-820-5622.

Reward Offered for Information in Jennings County Cold Case

(Sharon Love)

The family of a man who was killed in Paris Crossing six years ago has teamed up with Kentuckiana Crime Stoppers to find his killer.  On August 22, 2003, police were called to 54-year-old Dennis Foster’s residence at 7835 South 925 West in Jennings County. A neighbor had stopped at Foster’s residence to check on his welfare and found Foster lying on the floor. Police were called to the scene and found Foster murdered. Autopsy results showed Foster died from a single gunshot wound to the head. Several guns and other items were stolen from the residence, which have never been found.  The Foster family is offering a reward of $5,000 and Crime Stoppers is offering $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the responsible person or persons.  Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 502.582.CLUE or the Indiana State Police at 812.522.1441.

 Scott Co. Sheriff's Hot Line:      Scottsburg Police Dept. Tip Line:

      812.752.7898                       812.752.2333

      Meth Hot Line:                     Marijuana Hot Line:

      800.453.4756                       888.873.1694

Clark Co. Sheriff's Hot Line:      National Domestic Violence Hot Line:

      812.820.2276                      800.799.7233

First Call for Help:               Indiana Child Abuse and Neglect Hot Line:

       211                                800.800.5556

Madison Police Dept. Tip Line:

      812.265.2121

 

 


 

 

   
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