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Indiana Executes Man for 2000 Cop Killing as State Resumes Death Penalty After 15-Year Pause

Michigan City, Indiana — In a solemn event, Benjamin Ritchie was executed early Tuesday morning, marking Indiana’s second execution in over a decade. The 45-year-old had spent more than 20 years on death row for the 2000 murder of Beech Grove Police Officer Bill Toney during a foot pursuit. Correctional officials reported Ritchie’s execution at the Indiana State Prison began shortly after midnight, with him pronounced dead at 12:46 a.m. Indiana had resumed executions in …

Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Life of Pregnant Woman in Gary, Indiana

Gary, Indiana – A tragic incident unfolded on Friday night when a woman, who was four months pregnant, lost her life in what authorities have characterized as a murder-suicide. The event has raised significant concerns about domestic violence in the community. Local officials reported that police responded to a residence following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered two individuals deceased at the scene. The woman was confirmed to be pregnant, intensifying the gravity of …

Indiana Nonprofit Honors Fallen Firefighter with Memorial Following Tragic Shooting at Pennsylvania Trump Rally

Indianapolis, Indiana — A local nonprofit organization is spearheading efforts to construct a memorial honoring a firefighter who tragically lost his life during a shooting incident at a rally in Pennsylvania last year. The initiative aims not only to pay tribute to the fallen first responder but also to emphasize the importance of community safety and solidarity. The firefighter, known for his dedication and service, was attending the rally when the unexpected violence erupted. His …

Tragic Turn of Events: Butler County Man Charged with Murder After Framing Ex-Boyfriend in Indiana Mother’s Death

HANOVER, Ind. — A man from Butler County faces murder charges in connection with the death of a mother from Indiana, accused of using a deceptive social media account to obscure his involvement. This case took a pivotal turn when DNA evidence provided crucial insights. Wilma Robertson, a well-loved mother of two, has been missing since April 14, when she failed to arrive at work. Her sister, Marsha Robertson, recalled the moment she learned of …

Merrillville Man Charged in Fatal Indiana Bar Shooting; Community Mourns as Police Seek Justice

HAMMOND, Ind. — A 31-year-old man from Merrillville has been apprehended and faces multiple felony charges after a deadly shootout occurred this past weekend at a bar in northwest Indiana, local authorities reported on Tuesday. Identified as Caprice Edward Cashaw, the suspect is now facing charges including murder and attempted murder following the violent incident that left a community in mourning. The violence erupted early Sunday morning at Portside Pub, located on 1516 Indianapolis Blvd. …

Tragic Early Morning Shooting at Indiana Pub Leaves Two Dead, Three Injured

Hammond, Ind. — A tragic incident unfolded early Sunday at a pub in northwest Indiana, where a shooting left two people dead and three others wounded, according to local authorities. Police were called to the scene at Portside Pub, located on Indianapolis Boulevard, around 4 a.m. following reports of gunfire. Upon their arrival, officers discovered five individuals who had sustained gunshot wounds. Tragically, two of the victims were pronounced dead at the site of the …

Trapped for Six Days Indiana Woman’s Incredible Survival Story

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – In a stunning tale of endurance and survival, an Indiana woman was rescued after spending nearly a week trapped inside her wrecked car. Briana Castle, 41, was headed to visit a friend when she dozed off at the wheel, causing her car to plunge into a ditch. Despite being unable to escape or flag down passing vehicles, Castle remained alive by using her sweatshirt to collect water from the ditch to drink. …

Indiana Man Sentenced in Connection with Firearm Trafficking Link to Kentucky Deputy’s Fatal Shooting

Russell Springs, Ky. – A man from Terre Haute, Indiana, has received a federal prison sentence following his guilty plea in a case linked to the firearm-related death of a Kentucky sheriff’s deputy. Shawn Michael Kays, 42, will serve two years and six months for illegally transferring a firearm to a convicted felon, an act which prosecutors say contributed to the tragic incident. The sequence of events leading to the sentencing began on September 16, …

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Traced to Indiana Dairy Plant, Nationwide Recall of Frozen Shakes Initiated

Fort Wayne, Indiana — A longstanding investigation into a series of listeria outbreaks that began in 2018 has finally pinpointed a source. Advances in genome sequencing have allowed authorities to trace the pathogen back to frozen shake products manufactured at the Prairie Farms Dairy plant in Indiana. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has now established a clear link between these products and the listeria cases that have been reported across numerous states. The contaminated …

Indiana Teen Charged with Planned School Attack, Revealed Obsession with Notorious Mass Shooters

Mooresville, IN – An 18-year-old transgender teen, Trinity Shockley, is facing serious charges after allegedly plotting a mass shooting at Mooresville High School to coincide with the anniversary of a tragic event in Parkland, Florida. Shockley, who also goes by the name Jamie, has been charged with conspiracy to commit murder among other terrorism-related offenses. Local police, acting on a tip from the Sandy Hook tip line, initiated an investigation into Shockley’s activities. The informant …