Kentucky Woman Arrested on Felony Charges for Allegedly Spraying Substance on DoorDash Food
DATE: December 12, 2025SUBJECT: Kentucky Woman Arrested on Felony Charges for Allegedly Spraying Substance on DoorDash FoodRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-1212CONTACT: Lt. Doug DazaAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson A Kentucky woman is now in custody on felony charges following an investigation into allegations that she sprayed a substance onto DoorDash customers’ food, causing them to become sick. Kourtney N. Stevenson was arrested by…
14-Year-Old Killed in High-Speed Crash on Orchard Road
DATE: November 16, 2025SUBJECT: 14-Year-Old Killed in High-Speed Crash on Orchard RoadRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-1116CONTACT: Sheriff Noah RobinsonAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal single vehicle crash that occurred this afternoon in northern Vanderburgh County. At 2:28 PM the Sheriff’s Office, McCutchanville Fire Department, Vanderburgh County Fire Department, and AMR responded to the 1900 block…
Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Four in Multi-County Burglary and Auto Theft Investigation
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested four Evansville residents following an investigation into a series of burglaries and car thefts that occurred in western Vanderburgh and Posey Counties over the last several months.
In-Custody Death Under Investigation at Vanderburgh County Jail
DATE: September 14, 2025SUBJECT: In-Custody Death Under Investigation at Vanderburgh County JailRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-0914CONTACT: Sheriff Noah RobinsonAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson An investigation is underway following the death of an inmate who was transported from the Vanderburgh County Jail to a local hospital on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The incident occurred during the early evening hours inside a booking area holding…
Commissioners Approve New Golf Cart Ordinance to Improve Safety in Neighborhoods
In a continued effort to enhance safety on Vanderburgh County’s roads, the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office partnered with the Vanderburgh County Board of Commissioners to draft new regulations governing the operation of golf carts. At their regular meeting yesterday, the Commissioners voted to enact the ordinance.
Sheriff Robinson Applauds Results of New Indiana Law Addressing Jail Sprinkler Vandalism
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce the successful implementation of Senate Bill 23, legislation that increased penalties for intentionally damaging fire suppression systems within jails and prisons. This dangerous and costly form of inmate vandalism has impacted correctional facilities throughout Indiana for years. The law, authored by Senator Vaneta Becker, was driven…
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Leads to Search in Northern Vanderburgh County
On Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at approximately 3:50 p.m. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the 900 block of East Mount Pleasant Road in reference to a suspicious vehicle abandoned in a parking lot. Upon arrival, deputies discovered that the vehicle had been reported stolen to the Evansville Police Department on July 12th,…
Clown Mask Burglary Suspect Identified and Apprehended with Help from Parent
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has taken a juvenile suspect into custody in connection with a series of car break-ins and attempted residential burglaries in the Wellington Acres neighborhood of northeastern Vanderburgh County.
Vanderburgh County Jail and Matthew 25 AIDS Services Collaborate to Offer Free, Confidential HIV and Hepatitis C Testing
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with Matthew 25 AIDS Services to provide free, confidential HIV and Hepatitis C testing to individuals currently incarcerated at the facility. This joint initiative demonstrates a shared commitment to public health by expanding access to early diagnosis, education, and medical care for those most in need. Testing is…
Suspect Arrested Following Fatal Crash on St. Joseph Avenue
This afternoon, Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Malik Stafford, 24, of Louisville, on charges stemming from a fatal crash that occurred on Tuesday, June 16, 2025, on North St. Joseph Avenue. At approximately 3:25 PM on the day of the incident, deputies responded to a two-vehicle collision in the 6700 block of St. Joseph…