PERU, IN- Monday evening, Braxton Baker was sworn in as the newest member of the Peru Police Department. Braxton, 32, resides in Miami County with his wife, Ariel and their children Cooper, Isabella and Wyatt. Officer Baker was issued badge #126. Please join in welcoming Officer Baker to the Peru Police Department.
ADDITIONAL UPDATE: This from fox59.com: PERU, IN- A police officer said he feared for his safety after an encounter with an armed man in Peru. The officer ended up firing five shots at the suspect who allegedly pointed a gun at police. Court documents revealed more details into the officer-involved shooting that occurred at a Peru mobile home … Read more
GRANT COUNTY, IN- On Sunday, 01/01/2025, The JEAN Team Drug Task Force made two arrests in connection to an investigation involving illegal drug trafficking into Grant County. A red Dodge Dakota was stopped based off two different infractions that its driver committed just outside Gas City, IN. The vehicle was stopped, and a Police K9 … Read more
PERU, IN- The City of Peru is planning to construct a new Splash Pad at River Walkway Park and is asking the community’s help to finish the last phases of fundraising to bring this project to reality. The project has been designed and a grant from Indiana DNR Land & Water Conservation Fund has been secured … Read more
This from 21alivenews.com: NORTH MANCHESTER, IN (WPTA) – A police-action shooting in North Manchester last month was found to be justified, the Wabash County Prosecutor’s Office announced Monday. Jacob Slocum was involved in an hours-long standoff on Dec. 3 that stemmed from an alleged theft with a gun at a Meijer in Fort Wayne, court … Read more
GRANT COUNTY, IN- On Saturday, 01/04/2025, the JEAN Team Drug Task Force concluded an investigation that involved Joscelyn Bounds, 33, and Alexandra Kindschi, 37. During the course of the investigation, it was learned that they were traveling to and from Dayton, OH, possibly bringing illegal narcotics into Grant County. A traffic stop and K9 sniff … Read more
Wabash, IN – The City of Wabash is pleased to announce the appointment of Bill Barrows to the Wabash City Council, District 1, effective January 1, 2025. Barrows was appointed by the Republican Caucus on December 30, 2024. A longtime resident and community leader, Barrows has served as Park Board President, a member of the … Read more
Wabash, IN – Wabash County Habitat for Humanity and Purdue Extension invites community members, educators, social service providers, and local leaders to participate in a Poverty Simulation workshop on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This interactive event will take place at Bowen Health, 255 N. Miami Street, Wabash, IN. The … Read more
HUNTINGTON, IN- Takunda Mugwisi, MD, has joined the Parkview Physicians Group (PPG) – OB/GYN team in Huntington and is now providing care for patients in Huntington and Wabash counties. “We are so pleased that Dr. Mugwisi has chosen to become part of the Parkview family of providers and to serve women in our area,” said … Read more
Peru, IN – As Hoosiers prepare to welcome the New Year, the Indiana State Police (ISP) would like to remind everyone to celebrate responsibly and prioritize safety during the festivities. New Year’s Eve is a time for joy and reflection, but it is also one of the most dangerous nights on the road. Whether you … Read more