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Fleeing motorcyclist dead after crash

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By Lucy Perry Indiana Central News Police say a ma n died after crashing his motorcycle into an SUV a s he fled from officers during an attempted traffic stop on Terre Haute’s north side Friday night. Kaleb Long, 24, of Terre Haute, died shortly after being transported to a local hospital, just after 7 p.m.  Sgt. Matt Ames,  of the Indiana State Police, explained that Trooper Daniel Organ  tried to stop the 2012 Suzuki for a registration violation at the intersection of N. Third Street and Eighth Avenue. However, Long disregarded police and fled southbound at a high rate of speed. A pursuit ensued. Ultimately, the pursuit ended when the motorcycle struck a 2002 Jeep Liberty at N. Third and Cherry Streets. The other driver, Brian Scott, 53, also of Terre Haute, was not injured in the accident. The West Terre Haute Police Department, Indiana State University Police Department, Terre Haute Police Department, Terre Haute Fire Department and  Vigo County Coroner’s Office assisted ISP at the
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Well-being check ends deadly in Vigo County after officer fires once at resident allegedly pointing rifle

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Lucy Perry photos  By Lucy Perry Indiana Central News A reportedly armed and suicidal man was killed by an officer conducting a well-being check at his southern Vigo County residence late Wednesday afternoon. James Dockery, 45, of Terre Haute, was pronounced dead at the scene. He suffered from a gunshot wound. According to Sgt. Matt Ames, of the Indiana State Police, an off-duty Vigo County Sheriff's Office deputy initially responded to the home at  7479 S. Carlisle St.  just before 5 p.m., where he  found the seemingly distressed individual. Attempts were made to communicate with Dockery at that time.  A short time later, an on-duty deputy arrived to assist at the scene and quickly observed that Dockery had guns in his possession, Ames said. The on-duty deputy,  Sgt. Chris Hawkins — with six-years experience — had handed the unarmed off-duty deputy,  Dayton Huebner — with 10 years of service — a rifle.  Dockery reportedly remained uncooperative, while also allegedly holding a rifl
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Food Inspections

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Feb. 27 – March 3 Real Hacienda , 2750 S. 3 rd St. (4 Critical, 3 Non-Critical) Found raw beef above ready to eat sauces in walk-in cooler. Found cooked chicken not cooled within proper time limits. Found several ready to eat and cooked items without date markings. Found raw chicken and beef, guacamole, and other items being held at 48-50F. Must be 41F or less. Marcos Pizza , 1101 S. 25 th St. (4 Critical, 1 Non-Critical) Expired Certified food handler. Found table mounted can opener with accumulated debris. Found hand wash sink with strainer for food prep in basin. Found hand wash sink in dish area not in use and with no soap or paper towels. Observed multiple items in cooler being held at 46-50F. Must be 41F or below. Fazoli’s Restaurant #1659, 2940 S. 3 rd St. (3 Critical, 3 Non-Critical) Observed dirty wiping cloth on top of ready-to-eat turkey in prep cooler. Observed black debris in ice machine. Observed accumulated carbon and debris on pizza screens. Denny’s Restaurant #138, 2
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Vigo County Sheriff's Office shooting investigation underway, one dead

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By Lucy Perry Indiana Central News Lucy Perry photo A shooting death investigation is underway after a man was found dead at a residence near Terre Haute on Valentine's Day. Emergency crews responded to the home at 3762 East Ashland Drive, just off Riley Road, Tuesday around 8 p.m. No additional information has been released at this time, including the name of the victim. He was dead at the scene, reportedly from the gunshot wound. "This investigation is ongoing pending an autopsy and to accurately determine the events which led to this shooting," Vigo County Sheriff John Plasse said. Vigo County Sheriff’s Deputies, Seelyville Town Marshal, Terre Haute City Police, and the Indiana State Police responded, along with Honey Creek Fire, Riley Fire, and Transcare ambulance. More information will be provided as it becomes available. Lucy Perry photo
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Food Inspections

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Free Images Vigo County Health Department Food Inspections Feb. 6 – Feb. 10 New First Wok, 2570 Wabash Ave. (4 Critical, 4 Non-Critical) Observed eggs stored on top shelf and above other food items. Observed several bulk food items not labeled. Observed accumulated food debris on table mounted can opener. Observed hand wash sink blocked. Wendy’s #29590, 2835 E. Wabash Ave. (2 Critical, 4 Non-Critical) Observed soda nozzle in drive-thru area with accumulated black debris. Observed baking pans in clean dish area stacked with accumulated grease and debris. Grand Traverse Pie Company, 75 N. 3 rd St. (2 Critical, 3 Non-Critical) Found sanitizer buckets not measuring proper concentration to disinfect. Observed accumulated debris and carbon on muffin pans. Taco Luv, 1330 Wabash Ave. (2 Critical, 3 Non-Critical) Observed accumulated debris on soda nozzles. Observed employee using hand wash sink as a dump sink. Coffee Cup Restaurant 2, 2525 Wabash Ave. (2 Critical, 0 Non-
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Crash with semi kills 2 in Vigo County

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ICN photos By Lucy Perry Indiana Central News Two women are dead after officials say the SUV they were traveling crossed the path of a a semi truck just south of Terre Haute Thursday afternoon. ICN photos Vigo County Sheriff John Plasse explained Friday that the  passenger of that vehicle,  Emma Haddox, 84, of Paris , Ill.,  was dead at the scene.  The driver, not yet identified, was sent via medical helicopter to Methodist Hospital In Indianapolis, where  she died a short time later. Emergency crews responded to the fatal crash around 2;30 p.m., just north of the Springhill Drive intersection. The victims' vehicle was struck and went spinning off the roadway, coming to a rest at the KFC restaurant parking lot. ICN photos The driver of the SUV reportedly was attempting to cross the northbound lanes of S. US 41, and into a business parking lot to the east. "The SUV failed to yield the-right-of way to a northbound semi tractor-trailer." Plasse added. The truck driver, James
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Suspect shot and killed during early morning residential break-in

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  ICN file photo An early morning residential break-in left the suspect dead at the scene early Sunday morning in Terre Haute. A Terre Haute Police Department spokesman said Michael Bell, 30, of Clay City, was shot and killed at the residence. Another person reportedly with Bell during the incident, was released Sunday without charges being filed at this time. The investigation is ongoing. A 911 call came in around 5:30 a.m. A homeowner in the 200 block of N. Fruitridge Avenue reportedly shot and killed the suspect during the alleged home invasion. Officers were able to find the second person that had been with the alleged intruder, hiding in a neighboring back yard a short time later.
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