Narcotics Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests
In June 2025, Detectives assigned to the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force, along with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), began receiving information that Brian Anthony McCurry and Frank Scott Pascoccio Jackson were distributing large quantities of Schedule I controlled chemicals used to manufacture synthetic cannabinoids, commonly referred to as “K2.” Both Jackson and McCurry are currently on supervised federal probation for prior narcotics-related convictions…READ MORE
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…
Detectives Arrest Construction Owner for Fraud & Theft
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested the owner of a local construction company on Fraud and Theft charges…READ MORE
Don’t Fall for Harvest Season Hazards
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind motorists to exercise caution on our county roadways as the fall harvest season begins. “Our local farmers will be moving farm implements and other agricultural machinery along county roadways to access farm fields,” said Sheriff Noah Robinson. “Motorists should be prepared for machinery to enter a field from the roadway or exit a field onto the roadway.”
September 2025 Merit Board Executive and Regular Session Cancellation
Notice is hereby given of an Executive Session of the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Merit Board to be held on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025 is cancelled for no business being necessary.
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’s Office Arrests Suspect in Pair of West Side Burglaries
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Evansville man on felony charges following an investigation into two burglaries at the same west side business earlier this month….READ MORE
Suspect Arrested for Setting Off Sparkler Bomb near Construction Site
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Evansville man on charges related to the detonation of an explosive device in close proximity to INDOT workers at a job site…READ MORE
Warrant Tip Leads to Animal Neglect Charges
DATE: August 11th, 2025SUBJECT: Warrant Tip Leads to Animal Neglect Charges RELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-0811 CONTACT: Lt. Erik NilssenAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson On August 10th, 2025, at approximately 6:29pm, Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Deputies received a tip that Michael Wayne Scott Jr was at a residence in the 2200-Block of Belmar Lane. Mr. Scott had five (5) active misdemeanor warrants for his…
Road Rage leads to Felony Arrest
DATE: 08/08/2025SUBJECT: Road Rage leads to Felony ArrestRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-0808CONTACT: Lt. Brian TraylorAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson At approximately 7:20 AM on August 8, 2025, deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office responded to a Be On the Lookout (BOL) alert following a report of a road rage incident involving a firearm. The incident began near Highway 41 and Morgan Avenue….