DATE: June 26, 2025
SUBJECT: Deputies Locate Missing Juvenile Hidden in Hotel Ceiling
RELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-0626
CONTACT: Major Matt Corn
AUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson
Deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office located a missing juvenile during an investigation at an Evansville hotel on the morning of June 26, 2025.
The investigation began on June 21, 2025, when deputies responded to a report of a missing juvenile in the 5800 block of Rockford Dr. Deputies developed information that led them to The One Life Hotel, located at 2508 N US Highway 41. At approximately 5:00 AM on June 26, deputies arrived at the hotel and attempted to make contact with the occupants of a room. A female matching the missing juvenile’s description briefly opened the door before quickly closing it. Despite repeated attempts to communicate, the occupants refused to respond.
Deputies remained on scene and continued efforts to make contact. After a period of time, a male opened the door and was identified as Christopher Gamble, who had multiple active felony warrants, including charges related to child molestation.
Deputies made entry into the room and conducted a search, ultimately locating the missing juvenile hidden inside the ceiling tiles. Both individuals were taken into custody without further incident. Gamble was advised of his rights and agreed to speak with investigators.
This incident remains under investigation and additional charges are expected to be filed as the case develops. A follow-up news release will be issued upon the conclusion of the investigation.
Suspect Information:
Christopher Gamble, 26 year old male, Evansville, IN
Charges Filed:
- Count I: Assisting a Criminal
- Count II: Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor
- Count III: Parole Violation
Presumption of Innocence Notice: The fact that a person has been arrested or charged with a crime is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law.
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