Evansville Arrest Follows Drug And Firearm Investigation
An Evansville investigation led to an arrest after authorities say fentanyl, cocaine, and stolen firearms were discovered during a search of a local residence.
Evansville Police Chief says crime rates are down
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - In the midst of a recent outbreak of shootings, Evansville Police Chief Philip Smith shared recent crime statistics with city leaders at Tuesday’s Rotary Club meeting. “Last week was a busy week,” says Officer Taylor Merriss, Special Projects Coordinator for EPD. “And some people might...
Sunrise Cafe’s New Evansville Location Opens Next Week—Here’s What to Expect
Evansville's favorite breakfast spot is on the move! A fresh space is set to welcome the morning crowd soon.
Police: Man made up stabbing story to hide accidental cut
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - A man is accused of stabbing himself and making up a story that someone else did it. Police say several officers responded to a stabbing behind an urgent care on South Green River Road Tuesday morning. They say 35-year-old Zachary Wilder was found with a knife...
One person injured in early morning shooting on Evansville’s west side
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that left one person injured early Monday morning on the city's west side. Deputies responded to the area of South Boehne Camp Road and Pearl Drive around 1 a.m. following reports of shots fired. Investigators say the...
Law enforcement surround stolen beer truck suspect before arresting him
Warning: The video contains graphic images and language. Viewer discretion is advised. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office in Indiana has released body-worn camera footage from a March 27 incident involving a stolen beer truck, providing new details into the incident that ended with a suspect in custody.
Mini bike crash sends father and son to hospital, officials say
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Evansville Police Department officials say a father and son are in the hospital after being hit by a car on Monday night. According to police the incident happened around 9 p.m. near the intersection of Hartmetz and Leslie Avenue. Officer say the two were riding on...
Community speaks out on new Indiana law after early release of convicted baby murderer
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) — It’s still months away until House Bill 1250 goes into effect in Indiana. The Vanderburgh County Prosecutor calls it more crucial than ever when a convicted murderer is released early in Evansville without her knowledge. “Because of good time, credit or other educational credits,...
Evansville woman arrested after allegedly stealing power from neighbor
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — An Evansville woman faces a felony burglary charge after police say she crawled under her neighbor's trailer to steal electricity using a series of extension cords. Evansville Police Department responded to a harassment call Monday afternoon at a trailer park in the 2400 block of...
Evansville assault run determined to be self-inflected
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Evansville Police have determined a morning assault run was later determined to be self-inflected. Officers responded to an urgent care center in the 700 block of South Green River Road. Officers located Zachary Wilder, 35, who was suffering from a stab wound to the leg. He was taken to a...
