CHPD News

Charlestown Man Charged After Stabbing Incident

Clark County Emergency Communications recieved 911 calls, at approximately 4:57 pm, Friday, February 16th, 2024; regarding an unknown male attempting to force his way into an occupied second floor apartment, located in the 700 block of Main Street, in Charlestown. Callers also reported a male that had been stabbed in the neck/facial area at the same location; giving a detailed description of an unknown male assailant. First Responders arrived on scene to find a 23 year old male resident of the apartment complex stabbed by unknown male suspect, who had fled the scene on foot. The 23 year old male was transported by EMS to University of Louisville Hospital, in Louisville; while CHPD officers secured the scene. Twenty minutes later, officers located a male matching the assailant description, on foot one block away from the scene. The 27 year old male suspect, also a resident of the same apartment complex;…


Rest in Peace CHPD K9 Kubo EOW 11/20/2023

We are saddened to announce the passing of retired Charlestown Police Department K9, Kubo; end of watch 11/20/2023.  K9 Kubo served the Charlestown community from March 2012 through retirement in November 2017; as the dedicated and faithful duty partner of beloved CHPD Sgt. Ben Bertram (EOW 12/12/2018).  Following Sgt. Bertram’s line of duty death K9 Kubo went to live with Ben’s parents, Luke & Diane Bertram, where he was spoiled & adored.   K9 Kubo was certified in both narcotics and utility patrol work; responsible for countless narcotic seizures, apprehensions, and service.  K9 Kubo, a Belgian Malinois / Dutch Shepherd mix breed; was 12 years of age when departing us.  Kubo was an amazing Police K-9 and will be eternally missed.   Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts are with the Bertram family. We take comfort in the memories of Sgt. Bertram & K9 Kubo’s time here with us…


CHPD Accepting Applications for Full Time Positions

The Charlestown Police Department is now accepting applications for Full Time Police Officer positions, for purposes of compiling the next hiring list. Application packets can be obtained during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, from the Charlestown Police Department Records Department, located at 703 Main Street, Charlestown Indiana; and must be returned, completed as directed, and submitted before 4:00 pm, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH, 2023. The application process shall include; but not be limited to, a physical fitness evaluation, a background investigation, a written exam, and formal interviews. Applicants must be able to qualify for the appropriate Indiana Public Employee Retirement and Disability membership fund as outlined at https://www.in.gov/inprs/policeandfirefighters.htm. Questions regarding this application process can be directed to Major Brion Gilbert, Assistant Chief of Police, via email at bgilbert@ctownpd.com. (video produced and edited by CHPD Ofc. Trey Crace)


Arrest Made in 2003 Attempted Murder/Rape Cold Case

DAVID EDWARD HOLLOWELL, 52, of Clark County, Indiana, was taken into custody Thursday, July 20th, by investigators of the Charlestown Police Department; after the issuance of an arrest warrant through Clark County Circuit Court #1.  Hollowell is facing Attempted Murder, Rape, Child Molesting and Burglary related charges; and is currently being held on a $250,000 cash bond in the Clark County Jail. In September of 2020 Charlestown Police Department Detective Jason Broady, re-opened an investigation that began on April 14th 2003 in the 200 block of Highland Drive in Charlestown, Indiana. The case involved the rape and child molestation of a then 13 year old female as well as the attempted murder of her 50 year old step-father. The case went cold in 2005 after 2 years of investigation. Detective Broady re-opened the case after speaking with an involved family member. Detective Broady met with victims and family members to…


CHPD National Night Out Tuesday August 1st

Charlestown residents, join us on Tuesday, August 1st, 2023 from 6 to 8 pm at the Charlestown Family Activities Park, 1000 Park Street, for National Night Out 2023 – Charlestown PD.  Join us free of charge for Mission BBQ, Hot Dogs, Chips and drinks (while supplies last), Police and SWAT static display, K9 Demonstration, Skating, Splashpad, Put-Put Golf, and much more. Meet your Charlestown PD officers and personnel.