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Yahoo
17-05-2025
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THPD block party returns for its third year
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A fun night in the community is right around the corner. On May 31, the Terre Haute Police Department will be holding its third annual block party. The event will include food, rides, games, face painting, and more for the community to enjoy free of charge. Lieutenant Justin Sears said this event is a great way for the department to build relationships in the community. THPD recognizes local business for their support 'We are developing relationships with the kids, and we are developing relationships I may never see by the time I retire, cause we are starting at these ages. We want the Terre Haute Police Department to be a fun place. We want the kids to drive by with mom and dad and be like 'hey that's where we went and saw Foam Hommies, or we talked to the police, or we saw the K9 demo, that SWAT truck was there and they let us get in it. We want it to be a place they feel comfortable,' said Sears. The event will be held at the Terre Haute Police Department Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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THPD and VCSO honor fallen officers with ceremony
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Friday, the Terre Haute community came together to honor city and county law enforcement officers who were killed in the line of duty. Every year, the Terre Haute Police Department (THPD) and Vigo County Sheriff's Office (VCSO) gather to honor 20 fallen police officers from the community. 'They gave the ultimate sacrifice for our community. For their brothers, their sisters, in law enforcement. For family members,' said THPD Lieutenant Justin Sears. During the ceremony, officers were commemorated through prayer, a ceremonial flag folding, a 21-gun salute and a performance of taps. Then the name of each officer and their end of watch date were read out loud to honor their life and community involvement. 'When someone lays their life down for a fellow officer, for a community member, we owe it to them. It's just that simple. We owe it to them, we owe it to their families to remember their legacy, the work they did, the sacrifices they made,' said VCSO Sheriff Derek Fell. It's been over one hundred years since the first fallen officer, but Lieutenant Sears says they are all as equally important. 'There is 20 names we read off today,14 of that from the Terre Haute Police Department, as early as the late 1800s. And, their all as equally important. Equally important to the Terre Haute Police Department and equally important to the Vigo County Sheriff's Office,' said Lieutenant Sears. For Sheriff Fell and Lieutenant Sears, these fallen officers weren't just coworkers, they were friends. 'Three of the city officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, I knew each of them… So it definitely hits home. And I think it does from many of us who have been around and serving for a number of years,' said Sheriff Fell. 'The three statues behind me, Greg, Rob, Brent, are three very good friends of mine. So, it hits home every single day. Especially just coming into work, you see the statues of your friends, but know that they were excellent officers. Some of the best I've ever seen,' said Lieutenant Sears. Today wasn't just about honoring these heroes in our community, Sheriff Fell said, it's about never forgetting them. 'It's a way for us to say thank you again for those who have lost their lives protecting our community. It's also a way to let the family members know, who have lost loved ones, we are still here for you, we have not forgotten about your loved one, and we will never forget about them,' said Sheriff Fell. Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun was also in attendance and read a proclamation declaring next week Police Week to honor our local law enforcement officials. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
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Police release more details on ambulance-bike fatal collision
The Terre Haute Police Department on Monday afternoon released additional information on a collision between an ambulance and an electric bike that left one teenage girl dead and another badly injured. The department,, in a news release by Lt. Justin Sears, public information officer, said the investigation continues but "we are releasing several verified facts in an effort to provide clarity, address community concerns, and combat the spread of misinformation." The THPD said that about 7:15 p.m. April 15 Trans-Care was dispatched to a motor-vehicle accident involving a vehicle that had come to rest on its side, with the driver reporting injuries. Trans-Care personnel responded and were traveling south on South 13th Street with their emergency lights on. As the ambulance entered the intersection of South 13th Street and Wheeler Avenue, where there is no stop sign for southbound traffic, it was struck on the driver's side by an electric bicycle occupied by two juveniles, police said. The juveniles were traveling west through a posted stop sign on Wheeler Avenue. Trans-Care staff immediately gave aid and requested additional emergency response. City police officers and firefighters responded within minutes, the lieutenant wrote. Both juveniles were transported to local hospitals. One passed away from her injuries a few minutes later. The second was taken by helicopter to an Indianapolis-area hospital and is still receiving care. Police said Trans-Care staff have been fully cooperative with the accident investigation. The ambulance driver voluntarily submitted to toxicology screening immediately following the accident, and Trans-Care has released their dash cam video to police. THPD said the Trans-Care vehicle speeds have been determined to be between 37.4 mph and 40 mph at the time of the collision, with 37.4 mph calculated by THPD accident reconstructionist and 40 mph recorded by the ambulance's onboard video system. Police said these details have been confirmed through dash camera footage, security camera footage, accident reconstruction techniques and statements provided by those involved. Authorities have not released the identities of anyone involved in the accident. Friends and family have identified the girl who passed as Autumn Marie Poulter, 13. Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St. West Terre Haute, is handling arrangements. In an obituary posted to Fitzpatrick Funeral Home's website, it announced visitation is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to pay respects. Burial will follow, which the parents have asked to keep private and between immediate family. A dinner will be at the West Terre Haute Community Center after the funeral; all are welcome. Condolences can be left at
Yahoo
28-03-2025
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VU Theater Students set to perform Schoolhouse Rock Live in April
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Vincennes University students studying theatre arts will bring to life the classic music videos of 'Schoolhouse Rock' in April. This will be a live performance of the television series Schoolhouse Rock that included educational lyrics that teach children concepts in history, civics, economics, and more. Its Theater Program Director Kendra Clauser said this production showcases the students' creativity, passion, and devotion to performing. She said she hopes this performance has a positive impact on all who attend. THPD promotes Gerald Kurdelak to Sergean 'I think it is fun to be able to teach lessons that young people can appreciate in a way that includes music, dancing, silly characters, and all the things kids tend to enjoy,' said Clauser. These performances will be held at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center on April 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. and on April 13 at 2 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-03-2025
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22-year-old arrested and charged after vehicle accident at Rose-Hulman
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – A 22-year-old is behind bars with no bond after being arrested and charged with OWI Causing Serious Bodily Injury or Death due to a single-vehicle accident that happened at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (RHIT) early Saturday morning. According to Terre Haute Police Department (THPD) Lt. Justin Sears, at approximately 1:45 a.m. THPD was dispatched to the 5500 block of Wabash Ave, on campus of RHIT in reference to a single-vehicle accident with injury. Authorities located a vehicle that had left the roadway near the west side of campus. Multiple individuals occupied the vehicle. The vehicle also sustained significant damage, and all airbags had deployed. The driver of the vehicle was identified as Landry D. Kimery. The 22-year-old was found to have a blood alcohol concentration of .23. Landry D. Kimery is being held with no bond at the Vigo County Jail and arrested and charged with the following: Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Causing Serious Bodily Injury or Death Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated – Endangerment Operating a Vehicle with an ACE of .15 or More Due to injuries, one passenger was transported to a local hospital before being life-lined to an Indianapolis-area hospital for further treatment. The Fatal Accident Reconstruction Team was also dispatched to the scene to assist in the investigation due to the severity of the crash. This remains an ongoing investigation at this time. WTWO will provide updates as we receive them. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
