Indiana State Police Public Information Officer for the Evansville District. (Knox, Pike, Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties) 812-867-2079
Trooper Azariah Keith stopped along I-65 to help a stranded motorist change a flat tire. As he finished changing the tire he was struck by a drunk driver
He is in stable condition with serious injuries
Please keep Azariah, his wife and two young children in your thoughts
We are trying to dispel rumors that are circulating...
Our National Guard was activated on March 17 to assist with the Corona Virus outbreak. They are currently assisting with distribution of medical supplies to area hospitals. They are NOT shutting down highways or borders.
Yesterday in Porter County multiple agencies responded to a garage fire. Officers entered the smoke filled structure before fire trucks arrived and rescued 7 unconscious dogs. Officers administered oxygen and the dogs were revived. Great job by all!
@ISPLowell2
👍
I try not to tweet about my personal feelings, but I just watched the video showing two New York City Police Officers being doused with water by several citizens and I can not believe the disrespect those two officers received. Disgusting!
@NYPDnews
So what do you do when you come across a disabled motorist with no gas and a 4-year-old that’s cold? Well, she gets to sit in my nice warm car and watch YouTube videos until her grandma picks her up. She knew exactly what she wanted to watch too.
Gibson: Trooper Lee stopped a 🚗 on SR57 for a violation & discovered the family was homeless. An 8 y/o boy that should have been in a booster seat due to his size didn’t have one. Tpr. Lee ended up giving the family his son’s booster seat that was in the trunk of his patrol car.
To funny not to share...I put a weedeater that no longer worked in the trash yesterday and placed the trash can by the road for trash pickup today. The first vehicle I stopped this morning had my weedeater in the bed of his pickup truck. What are the odds? Have a safe day.
Preliminary numbers indicate Troopers made 8️⃣ DUI arrests throughout the state after midnight.
ZERO drunk drivers were arrested by Evansville Troopers. 🙏
We appreciate everyone that consumed 🍺🍷 responsibly. Happy New Year!🎊
Gibson County - Yesterday an autistic teen ran away from home. His mom & dad found him a short time later along US 41. He was very upset. Trooper Lee was able to calm him down and take him home. They bonded and the teen wanted to show Trooper Lee some of his pets.
Our ISP family appreciates all the prayers overnight concerning Trooper Evans. He was shot last night in Jeffersonville. He is expected to make a full recovery. Suspect is in custody. Thank you!
Update on Sellersburg District Trooper - The bullet reportedly grazed the trooper's head. His injury is not life threatening. Suspect is in custody. Our ISP family appreciates all the prayers! More info will be released later by
@ISPSellersburg
Area police agencies are currently escorting the Wayne County Illinois Sheriff’s Deputy to the Vanderburgh County Morgue. The deputy was shot and killed overnight.
On April 23 school bus drivers throughout Indiana documented every stop arm violation that occurred during their morning & afternoon routes. According to the Dept. of Education, 2,530 stop arm violations occurred. We MUST do better than this. Our precious cargo depends on us.
A Sellersburg District Trooper has been shot this evening. He's currently being treated for his injury. Please take a second and say an extra prayer for our Trooper and his family.
Knox: Master Trooper Dotson found a homeless man sleeping in his car in Bicknell this morning. Dotson used his own credit card to purchase gas for the gentleman’s car. He was trying to get to Evansville. Sometimes it’s the small things we do that mean the most.
We’re starting the New Year off on the right track…No drunk driving arrests, no serious crashes and no highway fatalities in the Evansville district. Job well done! Thanks for celebrating responsibly!
I’m happy to update that Trooper Azariah Keith is recovering well. He was struck by an alleged drunk driver along I-65 Saturday night. He has a long road to recovery but doctors are optimistic for a full recovery
He would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of support
A friend saw this on TV this morning and shared it. If you look closely, it’s my Twitter account. Technically, I made the national news. 😊Not noticing any new followers though...🙁
My grandson Killian is blind and loves to talk to people. One day I made the mistake of leaving my portable police radio unattended. He heard it, tracked it down and decided to try and talk on it. His tone and police lingo was spot on. I was 😡 at first, but I ❤️ this kid!
Tomorrow is a big day for 51 new Troopers! After receiving weeks of field training they will receive their patrol cars and begin solo patrol. All the cars are ready to be issued. Wishing them all the best of luck!
Please remember your elderly neighbors after a snowfall. They will most likely need help shoveling ❄️ and ice from steps and sidewalks. Being a 👍 neighbor is the right thing to do. 😇
Bullying must stop!
🔹Don’t tease.
🔹Don’t spread rumors.
🔹Never share pictures or
negative info about someone
on the internet.
🔹It’s never ok to kick, hit, push
or trip someone.
Treat others as you would like to be treated. 🙂
Vanderburgh: Left lane violation on Lynch Rd near Oak Hill. Driver was going to make ➡️ turn onto Burkhardt. When I asked her why she was in the left lane with traffic behind her, she replied “I don’t know.” Please stay right unless you’re passing or preparing for a ⬅️ turn.
The next time you see a volunteer firefighter, remember they have full time jobs and still respond to house fires, vehicle crashes, fire alarms and medical calls. I personally want to thank every volunteer firefighter for their dedicated service. We appreciate you!
Yesterday I picked up my new 2018 AWD Dodge Charger. I’m anxious to see how it does in the snow. This doesn’t mean I want snow. My 2016 Charger will be issued to a new trooper in a few months.
Sad news out of Kentucky this evening. An off-duty Hopkinsville Police Officer was shot & killed after he was pulled over by a person impersonating a police officer. Suspect is still at large. My thoughts and prayers are with the officer’s family & with the Hopkinsville Police.
It’s pretty obvious more people need to follow me on Twitter, so they can see my friendly reminders about turning on their headlights when it’s raining. Activating your headlights allows other motorists to see you better. Please turn on your lights. 👍😊
Do you see the vehicle in the rear view mirror? Probably not and it’s because the vehicle’s headlights are not activated. The purpose of turning on your headlights during the day when it’s raining is ensure other motorists see you. Use your headlights during rain, snow, & fog.
Trooper Stewart met Miles yesterday at Tommy’s Express Carwash in Newburgh. Miles wants to be a policeman when he grows up. Trooper Stewart gave him a grand tour of his patrol car, which always includes turning on the lights and siren. 😊
Special thanks to all the area fire departments, law enforcement and the public that came out late last night to show their respect and to honor U.S. Army Specialist Drew Watters. It was a great tribute! 🇺🇸
Wonder why I always come across those really bad left lane violators when I’m off-duty and driving my personal vehicle.
Please use the left lane to pass and to prepare for a nearby left turn. Once you pass, move back into the driving lane.
Today is the day! Our new Hands-Free law starts today, so please put your cellphone down and just drive. You can talk on your phone as long as you use Bluetooth or other hands-free technology. Please spread the word and help us make our roadways safer.
Breaking News…The Wayne County Illinois murder suspect is in custody. Deputy Riley was shot and killed this morning on I-64. Please keep Deputy Riley’s family in your prayers.
The remains of U.S. Army Specialist Drew Watters has arrived at Indianapolis International Airport. The escort is now en route to Bloomington where they will drive by
@IUHoosiers
football stadium before heading to Evansville via I-69, I-64 to US41 South.
Posey: ISP is at 612 Short St. in New Harmony investigating the shooting of a Posey Co. Deputy. The deputy is being treated at Deaconess Midtown for his injury. The suspect is also being treated for a gunshot wound. Please keep the deputy and his family in your prayers
I’ve recently noticed that I’m grunting more getting in and out of the car...It can’t be my age. Maybe it’s this new car that I’m driving. 😁Yeah, that’s it...
Few facts about our Stay-at-Home Order:
▪️Essential work, business or travel only.
▪️Police will not be stopping motorist to see where they are going.
▪️You can still go to the grocery store, pharmacy, bank, gas station or your favorite restaurant for take out.
▪️👨🏻💼<——6’——>👩🏽💼
Vanderburgh: Motorist was cited for throwing out her cigarette butt onto Covert Ave near Green River Rd. Please dispose trash responsibly. Throwing a cigarette butt onto the ground or roadway is littering.
50 law enforcement officers have been killed in the line of duty so far in 2018. Please continue to keep the
@THPolice1
family in your thoughts and prayers as they continue to grieve the loss of one of their own.
If you get stopped by police after dark it sure helps us if you simply do the following:
▪️Turn on your dome light & simply place your hands on top of the steering wheel.
▪️Don't reach for your driver's license or registration until the officer asks for it.
Thank you!
Attention Parents - As students head back to school, please take a second and chat with your children about the importance of treating others with respect. There is absolutely no excuse for bullying.
Vanderburgh: I was off-duty until the motorcyclist in front of me decided to pop several wheelies and make several unsafe lane changes on the Lloyd Expressway. Motorcyclist was stopped & cited.
#AlwaysATrooper
Trooper Vennekotter has finished his field training and was issued his very own patrol car earlier today in Indianapolis. Trooper Vennekotter will primarily patrol Gibson County. We wish him the very best!
A new law prohibiting drivers from holding their cellphone while driving goes into effect on July 1. Using Bluetooth technology is acceptable. It’s a great idea for everyone to start preparing for this new law. Drive responsibly! Don’t hold your cellphone while driving.
A Terre Haute Police Officer was shot and killed this afternoon. My thoughts and prayers are with the Terre Haute Police Department and the officer’s family. The suspect is in custody.
It’s Monday and another start to a week of school. Please stop for the school buses and slow down in those school zones. Our kiddos are depending on you. If you don’t remember when you’re required to stop, please check this out ⬇️
We want to take a minute this morning and thank all the men and women in our health care system for caring and protecting us during the
#COVID
ー19 outbreak. We truly appreciate you!
Our thoughts and prayers are with Tell City Police Sergeant Heather Glenn, her family, and the entire Tell City Police Department. She was fatally shot this morning after responding to a disturbance at the Perry County Memorial Hospital.
The suspect was fatally shot by police.
Tomorrow night ISP will be escorting the remains of 23-year-old Spc. Drew Watters from Indianapolis Airport to Browning Funeral Home in Evansville. His remains are scheduled to arrive in Indy at approx 8:58 EDT. He was killed during a training exercise last Sunday.
I left my 19 month old granddaughter alone for just a minute and she found my police radio. She turned it on and pushed the emergency button. I appreciate dispatch and all the troops who quickly called to check on me. It's nice to know Ava has my back.
So overnight I received an email informing me that I failed to show up for jury duty & a bench warrant has been issued for my arrest😳. I’m supposed to click on several different links to resolve the issue.
Well, this is a scam! If you received a similar email, delete it!
It’s harvest time for many area farmers. Please give these ladies and gentlemen plenty of space and patience as they maneuver to and from their farm fields.
The autopsy has been completed and nearly 40 police vehicles escorted Wayne County Deputy Riley back home. Please continue to keep his family in your prayers. We appreciate the volume of people along the route that showed their respect for Deputy Riley.
Evansville – After serving over four decades, Sergeant Marty Metzger has retired from the Indiana State Police. Sergeant Metzger started his career with the ISP in December 1979. We would like to take this time to thank Sergeant Metzger for his 42 years of dedicated service.
Vacations are the best way to rejuvenate the body & mind😊. We visited Vegas, Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon. Back to work now! Hope everyone has a safe Easter weekend.
A uniform button fell off today😒. My wife is working, so I had to use Google to learn how to sew on a button🤷♂️. I did it though! I learned three things too:
▪️That needle is sharp! 😬3X!
▪️You must have good vision🧐and plenty of light.
Trooper investigating a crash on I-70 in Vigo County escaped serious injury last night after a semi lost control and struck his patrol car. The trooper was parked in the driving lane with his emergency lights on. When you see emergency lights flashing please slow ⬇️& move over.
I’m so excited to be able to fly to Williamsport, PA, with my grandson, Killian, and the rest of the Highland Challenger League ball team as they prepare to play in the 2018 Challenger League World Series on Saturday. Wishing them all the very best!
Last night, one of our troopers had a difficult time getting home after his shift. A farmer from the William’s Farm and a farmer from Hoke Farms came to the rescue and made the road drivable, so our trooper was able arrive home safely. We appreciate our farmers! Thanks so much.
Please help us welcome Trooper Alex Vennekotter, 23, of Jasper, to the Evansville District. He recently graduated from the Indiana State Police Recruit Academy and assigned to the Evansville District. We wish you luck!
It’s always an interesting traffic stop when the first words from the driver is “Hey! You’re the guy we see on TV.” Appreciate the shout out, but driving 78 mph on the Lloyd Exp is too fast.
Many grocery stores are having issues with keeping their shelves stocked. When you go shopping please purchase only what you need. The only reason items are currently sold out is people are buying large quantities, which is not necessary.
Do you know what to do?
🚗 🚓 Traffic 🛑
▪️Slow down, pull over to the right shoulder and stop.
▪️Simply place your hands on the steering wheel and wait until the officer approaches.
▪️Be polite 😊
▪️Don’t reach for your license or registration until the officer approaches.
Vanderburgh: This afternoon eight troopers were enjoying lunch at Los Tres Caminos on US41 near Old State Road when an anonymous person paid their entire tab. We appreciate their kindness and support. Thank you so much!