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Auto Theft Suspect Arrested After Brief Pursuit

On March 25, 2026, at approximately 1:25 a.m., Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Deputies were notified by the Knox County Sheriff’s Office to be on the lookout for a stolen vehicle traveling southbound on U.S. Highway 41 toward Evansville…READ MORE

VCSO Inmate Charged with Escape Following Hospital Incident

DATE: March 3, 2026SUBJECT: VCSO Inmate Charged with Escape Following Hospital IncidentRELEASE NUMBER: 2026-NR-03031CONTACT: Major Matt CornAUTHORITY: Sheriff Noah Robinson The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has charged a Vanderburgh County Jail inmate with Escape following an incident that occurred on Tuesday, March 03, 2026, at an area hospital. The suspect, identified as Connor Spachtholz, had been transported from the Vanderburgh…

Sheriff Seeks Termination after Deputy Arrested for OWI

Vanderburgh County Sheriff Noah Robinson announced today that the office is seeking the termination of Deputy Evan Luigs following his arrest on February 8, 2026, for Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated, marking the second alcohol-related incident involving the deputy in just over one year.

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. 

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…