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Armed Felon Arrested for Fleeing Detectives  

On January 5, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Detectives with the Evansville-Vanderburgh County Drug Task Force observed a vehicle exceeding the posted speed limit in the area of U.S. Highway 41 and Riverside Drive…READ MORE

Sheriff’s Office Holds Recognition Ceremony

The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office held an awards ceremony at the Old Vanderburgh County Courthouse. Family, friends, colleagues, and other guests attended to recognize a number of employees. 

Sheriff’s Merit Board Meeting Schedule for the Remainder of 2025 and 2026

SUBJECT: Sheriff’s Merit Board Meeting Schedule for 2026RELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-1217CONTACT: Sheriff Noah RobinsonAUTHORITY: Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Merit Board In accordance with IC 5-14-1.5-5, the Public Notice of Meetings section of Indiana’s Open Door Law, notice is hereby given that, the Sheriff’s Merit Board will hold an additional session at 4:00 P.M on December 30th, 2025 in order…

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…

Arrest made for Dealing Methamphetamine   

During the summer of 2025, Deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office Motor Patrol Division began receiving information that Scott Arnold Lee Knight was distributing methamphetamine from his residence in the 1700 block of South Bosse Avenue…READ MORE

Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office to Increase Holiday Patrols to Promote Safe Roads

DATE: December 11, 2025SUBJECT: Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office to Increase Holiday Patrols to Promote Safe RoadsRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-1211CONTACT: Sheriff Noah RobinsonAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson December 11, 2025 – As Hoosiers prepare for holiday celebrations, Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to keep roads safe and prevent traffic fatalities…

Juvenile Injured in Shooting; One Arrested

The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning at a residence in southeastern Vanderburgh County. ..READ MORE

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Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office Partners with 4 Good Community to Support Residents in Need

The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office (VCSO) is proud to announce a new partnership with 4 Good Community (4GC), a local organization dedicated to empowering neighbors through kindness and practical support. This initiative will give deputies access to a specialized supply store stocked with essential items to assist residents during patrols and emergency responses.

Road Rage Leads To Felony Arrest

DATE: 12/05/25SUBJECT: Road Rage Leads to Felony ArrestRELEASE NUMBER: 2025-NR-1205 CONTACT: Lt. Brian TraylorAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson A mid-morning altercation at a westside business led to a felony arrest after a driver reportedly pointed a handgun at another motorist during a dispute. At approximately 10:30 a.m., deputies with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the Royal Car Wash…