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Indianapolis Star
21 hours ago
- Indianapolis Star
FBI investigation in Seymour, Indiana ends with 11 undocumented immigrants arrested
The FBI announced 11 undocumented immigrants were arrested in Seymour after a joint effort with ICE, the Seymour Police Department, and the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. In a news release, the FBI said the arrests were targeting individuals who have already been charged or convicted with various crimes or who had unlawfully entered the U.S. Those crimes including narcotics trafficking, sexual battery, child molesting, domestic violence, strangulation and possession of numerous illegal weapons. 'This was not a sweep, nor did it involve schools or other sensitive locations," said Seymour Police Department Chief Greg O'Brien. "The focus was solely on removing dangerous offenders to protect the safety of our residents." One person had previously been deported five times, the release said. 'Individuals who are unlawfully in this country and who commit violent crimes pose a serious threat to our communities,' said FBI Indianapolis Special Agent in Charge Timothy J. O'Malley. 'Working with our federal and local partners and removing these individuals from our neighborhoods protects Hoosier families and reinforces our shared commitment to uphold the law.' Seymour: How John Mellencamp's Indiana small town became a flashpoint in the immigration debate
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Yahoo
3 children found safe after being abducted from Richmond hotel
Three children abducted by their father in Richmond early Wednesday morning have been located. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Richmond Police responded to the Quality Inn & Suites on National Road East around 1:26 a.m. on reports that 37-year-old Donovan Simmons, Sr. had taken his three children and left the scene in a black Dodge Ram. 'This was a direct violation of a protective order,' Assistant Chief of Police and Public Information Officer Adam Blanton shared on the department's social media page. TRENDING STORIES: 'Everyone is fearing for their job;' Wright-Patt employee worried about their future Thieves fake seizure to steal 2 puppies from pet store; 1 dog returned, deputies say 'Don't click'; Police warn about fake text messages for unpaid tolls Simmons' vehicle was found by the Seymour Police Department and the children were safely recovered around 2:53 a.m. Simmons was taken into custody and the children were reunited with their mother. In a statement, Police Chief Kyle Weatherly praised the work of his officers. 'This incident could have had a tragic ending, but because of the dedication, skill, and relentless pursuit of justice from Sergeant Haskett and his team, three innocent children are now safe. Their actions exemplify what it means to serve and protect. I couldn't be prouder of their work and the incredible partnership with the Seymour Police Department,' Weatherly said. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
