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Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Speeding 2x over limit leads to chase, arrest in Owensboro
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – An Owensboro man is facing charges after authorities say he was caught speeding 2x over the limit with drugs in the car during arrest. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office says on Wednesday, at about 11 p.m., a deputy was patrolling in the 2900 block of Old Hartford Road when he saw a 2016 Cadillac CTS going 74 MPH in a 35 MPH zone. While trying to stop the vehicle, officials state the driver continued to flee and was throwing items from the vehicle and eventually stopped in the 4300 block of Old Hartford. The driver, identified as 20-year-old Trevor Aull, was taken into custody. Officials say deputies found marijuana, paraphernalia and a large amount of U.S. currency in the vehicle and on Aull. Aull was booked into the Daviess County Detention Center on the following charges: Fleeing/Evading Police Reckless Driving Possession of Marijuana Failure to/Improper Signal Speeding 26 MPH or More Over the Limit Failure to Notify DOT of Address Change Operating Motor Vehicle U/Influence Controlled Substance (Aggravated Circumstances) Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Yahoo
Spreader truck runs over and kills one in Daviess County
DAVIESS COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A 77-year-old man is dead after spreader truck ran off the roadway and struck the individual in Daviess County on Friday night. According to the Daviess County Sheriff's Office, dispatchers received a call around 5:00 p.m. on Friday to a report of an accident involving a spreader truck near State Road 57 near Crestwood Drive. Upon arrival, authorities determined Dennis P. Toy (68) was traveling northbound on State Road 57 and for unknown reasons, went off the roadway in his John Deer 800R. The spreader then ran over and entrapped an individual who was later identified as Daniel J. Ritterskamp (77). The John Deer 800R struck multiple trees before coming to a resting stop. Mr. Ritterskamp was pronounced dead at the scene. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Washington Township Fire, Daviess County Coroner's Office, Daviess Community Hospital Ambulance Service, Washington City Fire, Washington City Police, and Briggeman's Towing. WTWO will provide updates as information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Assault, Owensboro police chase lead to arrest of AWOL California man
OWENSBORO, Ky. (FOX 56) — A California man accused of deserting the U.S. Navy was arrested Wednesday morning in western Kentucky. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office announced on May 15 that Christian Crite, 18, was arrested after an overnight police chase in connection with a reported assault. More Kentucky counties approved for FEMA assistance after widespread flooding Kentucky residents can 'Shake It Off' at Taylor Swift tribute show Habitat for Humanity Executive Director in Owensboro steps down Deputies said a woman claimed Crite, her boyfriend, assaulted her Tuesday night at a home on the 3500 block of Fields Road. By the time authorities arrived, Crite was said to have already fled. The woman was taken to the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital to be treated for her injuries. The sheriff's office confirmed it was already familiar with the address after the U.S. Navy asked deputies to check in on Crite, who had an active warrant for desertion. Owensboro police said patrol officers saw a man who matched Crite's description walking near Planet Fitness on Kentucky Highway 54. After the police tried to stop him, he reportedly fled into a nearby field, and a chase ensued. According to the sheriff's office, a perimeter was set up, and after a lengthy search involving drones and K-9s, Crite was not found. Read more of the latest Kentucky news Wednesday morning, the sheriff's office said it received word that Crite was back at the home on Fields Road. He was found asleep in a bedroom and was taken into custody. DCSO confirmed he was booked into the Daviess County Detention Center and charged with: Federal arrest warrant – U.S. Navy desertion/AWOL Second-degree assault – domestic violence First-degree fleeing/evading the police – on foot First-degree wanton endangerment of a police officer Second-degree criminal mischief A deputy injured his leg during the chase and was taken to OHRH for treatment, according to a press release. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Health
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AEDs available now in every DCSO patrol car
HENDERSON, Ky (WEHT) – The Daviess County Sheriff's Office has announced that after achieving an agency goal, every vehicle now has an AED (automated external defibrillator). Officials state the AEDs were obtained through donations received over the past two years from Firehouse Subs, Glenn Family Services, Kentucky Farm Bureau, McCarty's Pro Towing & Automotive, Evergreen Lawn Care, Daviess County Fiscal Court, Fraternal Order of Eagles Yellowbanks 4168, FOE Auxiliary and other donors who wished to remain anonymous. 'It is fairly common for DCSO patrol units to arrive at the scene of a serious medical emergency before an ambulance does and oftentimes a person's life hangs in the balance. Having an AED can absolutely mean the difference between life and death and give my deputies a decent chance at saving the person's life,' said Sheriff Brad Youngman. Officials state the effort was something Patrol Division Commander Captain Duane Harper began working on more than a year ago. 'You know the ambulance is coming but you still want to be able to do something to save this person. Their loved ones are watching you, desperate for you to take action, so it is a very emotional situation,' said Captain Harper. 'I wanted to make sure that every deputy has a chance of keeping that person alive until the ambulance arrives and takes over.' Officials also say in addition to the AEDs, DCSO patrol cars have been equipped with Narcan, tourniquets and clotting kits. Each deputy and detective were also given a trauma kit and 'Stop the Bleed Training' from Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. 'Our goal is to ensure that each deputy has as many tools as possible at their disposal to be able to save someone's life when needed,' Sheriff Youngman said. 'I sincerely appreciate Captain Harper's diligence as well as each of the kindness and compassion of these donors for seeing his vision and providing us the tools necessary to make this happen. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Climate
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Farmer-built levee breaks along U.S. 231
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEHT) — Daviess County officials are reassuring the community not to worry after a levee built along U.S. 231 broke from flooding. It's located just past College View Middle School. The Daviess County Sheriff's office says the levee was built by a farmer, and not the county. Officials says the water is draining into surrounding farmland. The road remains open and unaffected. Officials say if conditions worsen, a plan is already in place. 'Having spoken with several county officials, the determinations being made is that it was very unlikely that particular event would cause Highway 231 to be affected. We'll get the word out, and we'll put up barricades. We'll treat it just like any other flooded roadway,' says Sheriff Brad Youngman of the Daviess County Sheriff's Office. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office says they will continue to closely monitor the roadway. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
