Don’t Fall for Harvest Season Hazards
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office urges caution on county roadways during the fall harvest season. Local farmers will be moving farm machinery, and white-tailed deer will be more active as corn is harvested. In 2023, there were 98 deer-related crashes, with 33 in October and November.
Suspect Arrested for Attempted Murder
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Evansville man for several felony charges including Attempted Murder. The charges stem from an incident in which the suspect, Derek Anthony Smith, shot at another man in the driveway of a river camp on Lynn Rd near the Angel Mounds Boat Ramp.
Sobriety Checkpoint Results for August 29, 2024
The Evansville-Vanderburgh County Traffic Safety Partnership conducted a sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, August 29, 2024 near the intersection of E. Morgan Ave. and Theater Dr….READ MORE
DUI Checkpoint Warning: Sobriety Checkpoint Planned August 29th
The Evansville-Vanderburgh County Traffic Safety Partnership will conduct a sobriety checkpoint this Thursday, August 29th, 2024 from 10:00 PM until 2:00 AM. Law enforcement officers from the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office, Evansville Police Department, Indiana State Police, and the Indiana State Excise Police will join together to conduct this checkpoint as a part of a…
Nurse Arrested for Stealing Inmate Medications
A contracted jail nurse has been arrested on narcotics-related charges following an investigation at the Vanderburgh County Jail.
VCSO and USI Disability Resources Partner for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office and the University of Southern Indiana (USI) are taking proactive measures to improve interactions with deaf or hard-of-hearing drivers.
Sheriff’s Office Provides Update in Harassment Inquiry
Thanks to the efforts and cooperation of concerned family members, witnesses from the general public, our local mental health professionals, and multiple law enforcement agencies, a complete threat assessment was performed on the individual in question. There is no longer any risk to the public and the individual is now receiving services.
Sheriff’s Office Requesting Harassment Victims to Come Forward
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is taking the unusual step of requesting that possible victims come forward to report any unwanted contact with an individual frequenting both Vanderburgh and Warrick counties.
Deputies Arrest Suspect for Possession of Child Pornography
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has arrested an Evansville man on a warrant for Possession of Child Pornography…READ MORE
Back to School Traffic Safety Enforcement
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has stepped up traffic enforcement around area schools and bus routes to help make sure this school year gets off to a safe start.