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January 1, 2026Thank you for taking the time to read Charlestown Police Department’s end of the year report. This report was generated for our supportive community keeping our promise to be transparent and accountable to those we serve. As we close out another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the tireless dedication, professionalism, and resilience of the men and women of the Charlestown Police Department. This year, like every year, presented us with challenges, but it also showcased the remarkable strength and commitment of our officers in protecting and serving our community, Chief Eric Kruse. CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING GRAPHIC TO VIEW OR DOWNLOAD OUR 2025 END OF YEAR REPORT [...] Read more...
July 7, 2025The Charlestown Police Department has arrested a man involved in a widespread scam that targeted elderly citizens in several states and resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars in losses.  On May 5, 2025, an elderly Charlestown resident was tricked into withdrawing $27,000 from his retirement account and handing it over to a man who came to his home. The suspect took the money and left. Charlestown Detectives—Detective Sergeant Trey Crace and Detective Major Jason Broady—launched an immediate investigation. They identified the suspect as Jia Hua Liu, 36, a Canadian citizen who entered the U.S. in April.  As the investigation unfolded, detectives discovered that Liu was connected to similar fraud cases in Indiana, Ohio, New Mexico, and Tennessee, with total losses estimated at over $309,000. Police also identified three more elderly individuals—in Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan—who were nearly victimized. In these cases, concerned family members intervened just in time, preventing an additional $70,000 in potential losses. Based on the evidence, the Clark County Prosecutor’s Office filed multiple felony charges, including theft, fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. An arrest warrant was issued by Clark Circuit Court #1. On July 2nd, Detectives learned that Liu was at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, preparing to catch a departing flight. With help from the Louisville Regional Airport Authority, Liu was arrested at the airport without incident. Search warrants for Liu’s vehicle and luggage revealed a large amount of cash. So far, investigators have served around twenty search warrants and five subpoenas, and the case remains active and ongoing. “This arrest is the result of tireless work by our detectives and strong cooperation between agencies,” said Chief Eric Kruse. “We’re committed to protecting our elderly community members and bringing those who prey on them to justice.” If you or someone you know has been targeted by a similar scam, please contact the Charlestown Police Department immediately. Our investigation is ongoing and we know there are additional victims out there; likely in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Georgia, Alabama and Tennessee. We want to identify these victims and help them receive justice. All suspects are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. [...] Read more...
January 3, 2025Thank you for taking the time to read Charlestown Police Department’s end of the year report. This report was generated for our supportive community keeping our promise to be transparent and accountable to those we serve. As we close out another year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the tireless dedication, professionalism, and resilience of the men and women of the Charlestown Police Department. This year, like every year, presented us with challenges, but it also showcased the remarkable strength and commitment of our officers in protecting and serving our community, Chief Eric Kruse. CLICK ON THE FOLLOWING GRAPHIC TO VIEW OR DOWNLOAD OUR 2024 END OF YEAR REPORT [...] Read more...
December 31, 2024From the Indiana Department of Family and Social Services Administration:  With winter approaching, warming centers will be open across the state for those in need of a safe and warm place to stay. Indiana 211 is your community’s resource for updated locations and hours of warmings centers in your area. To find current warming centers click here. Please partner with Indiana 211, a division of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, to make help make Hoosiers aware that they can call 211 or 866-211-9966, or visit IN211.org, to find their nearest warming center. We ask you to share the information below on your social media channels to ensure the public is aware help is available. You are also encouraged to like and follow Indiana 211’s social media pages to stay aware of critical information that may affect your community. Report or add a warming center by contacting Indiana 211’s resource team by email at in211database@fssa.in.gov. For more resources, also go to https://www.ctownpd.com/community/resources/ [...] Read more...
July 11, 2024Charlestown residents, join us on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024 from 6 to 8 pm at the Charlestown Family Activities Park, 1000 Park Street, for National Night Out 2024 – Charlestown PD. Join us free of charge for cook out style food (while supplies last), Police and SWAT static display, K9 and Drone Demonstrations, Skating, Splashpad, Put-Put Golf, and much more. Meet your Charlestown PD officers and personnel. [...] Read more...
March 6, 2024The Charlestown Police Department has entered into a collaborative partnership with LifeSpring Health Systems’ PROJECT CARE. The project is designed to identify citizens who have experienced an incident involving a substance use disorder overdose or mental health event; and then follow-up for purposes of support and assistance in obtaining preventative treatment resources locally. The CHPD Project Care liaison is Cpl. Tyler Lyons; who will collaborate weekly with the LifeSpring Health System Project Care team. “We look forward to collaborating with Project Cares to make it easier for our citizens to have the opportunity to receive services, that otherwise may not have been known to them”, said Chief Kruse. A similar partnership with Jeffersonville Police Department has proven to successfully reduce overdose fatalities and drug arrests since August of 2021. Shown in the below photo, after execution of the partnership paperwork during today’s Charlestown City Board of Works meeting are: (l-r) Officer Bradley Hammers, Assistant Chief Jonathan Roederer, Chief Eric Kruse, Project Care Program Manager Kelsey Christian of LifeSpring, CHPD Records Clerk Shari Bradshaw, Detective Trey Crace, and Officer Matt Myers. For more information about Project Care, go to https://www.lifespringhealthsystems.org/…/project-care/ [...] Read more...
February 17, 2024Clark 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; was detained and transported to the Charlestown Police Department for questioning. During the course of the investigation, Ryan Edward Fox, 27, of Charlestown; was arrested by CHPD Detective Major Jason Broady, and charged preliminarily with Level 1 Felonies Attempted Murder and Burglary, causing serious bodily injury; Level 2 Felony Burglary with a Deadly Weapon; Level 3 Felony Aggravated Battery; Level 5 Battery; and Criminal Recklessness, a Level 6 Felony. Fox was transported to the Clark County Jail for incarceration; a short time later. The 23 year old victim, at last report, is in stable condition after surgery at UofL Hospital. The Charlestown Police Department appreciates the assistance of deputies of the Clark County Sheriff’s Department during this incident. The Charlestown Police Department Criminal Investigations Division continues to investigate details of this incident, and evaluation of evidence collected. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. [...] Read more...
November 20, 2023We 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 and we find joy in knowing they are once again reunited.   Rest in Peace K9 Kubo E.O.W. 11/20/2023 [...] Read more...
September 22, 2023The 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) [...] Read more...
July 28, 2023DAVID 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 obtain information about the case in hopes of generating new leads to follow up on. In addition significant advancements (since 2003) in forensic DNA technology, including Genetic DNA Analysis and Research have arisen and were utilized during the investigation. Through the investigation David Hollowell was identified as a suspect and was ultimately charged by the State of Indiana in connection with the offenses. Brief Case Synopsis: Monday, April 14th 2003 at 5:44 AM, the Charlestown Police Department received a 911 call reporting the Rape of a young female and the shooting of the young female’s step father.  The stepfather, age 50 at the time of the crime, was found semi-conscious, on the floor inside his home, in the 200 block of Highland Drive, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head.  The young female Sexual Assault victim, age 13 at the time of the crime, had fled to a neighbor’s home for help. The step-daughter has recovered from her physical injuries but has had to live with the mental trauma inflicted upon her at the hands of David Hollowell for the past 20 years. The step-father survived his injuries but was left with a traumatic brain injury which has significantly impacted his quality of life.    “The most rewarding thing an Officer can do is solve a case and bring closure to a victim.  I am proud of our department for providing closure and seeking justice for the victims in this case”. ~Chief Tim Wolff, Charlestown Police Department. “Numerous individuals have been instrumental in solving this case and bringing Hollowell to justice; our then, 13 year old victim; the step-father and his wife; Charlestown Police Department Detective Charles “Chuck” Ledbetter; Indiana State Police Laboratory Analyst, Susan Laine; Clark County Prosecuting Attorney, Jeremy Mull & Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Krista Willike; Parabon Nanolabs; and, Season of Justice. Without each of these individuals or organizations there is no doubt this investigation would not be where it is today. While credit can be given to each of these individuals as well as numerous other individuals who played a role in this investigation, the credit should be given to our victims, who’ve waited 20 years for justice; 20 years for the person who dramatically altered their lives forever to be held accountable; 20 years. They’re the individuals who deserve the credit. This case should serve as an example to any individual who has made up their mind to perpetrate violent offenses on any individual in Charlestown; we will not tolerate it, we will not sit idly by and let you get away with it. We will use whatever resources we have within the confines of Indiana Law and the U.S. Constitution to ensure that you are held accountable for your actions. The Charlestown Police Department is more than capable of solving a number of crimes, our Officers and Investigators will work diligently to ensure that we assist all victims in achieving justice.” ~Detective Jason Broady For additional information about Season of Justice and/or Parabon Nanolabs please refer to their respective websites; Season of Justice- https://seasonofjustice.org/ Parabon Nanolabs- https://parabon-nanolabs.com For Parabon Media Inquires, direct emails to Paula Armentrout; Paula@Parabon.com or media@parabon.com Follow up questions and inquires should be directed to either Detective Jason Broady at jbroady@ctownpd.com or Chief Timothy Wolff at twolff@ctownpd.com. [...] Read more...
July 25, 2023Charlestown 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. [...] Read more...
June 25, 2023The Charlestown Police Department is currently investigating three vehicle thefts occurring over the past few weeks. A huge common denominator among all three cases; as well as other recent cases of thefts from inside unattended vehicles, is that THE VEHICLES WERE LEFT UNLOCKED and SOMETIMES WITH THE KEYS INSIDE. Detectives have collected a large amount of physical evidence which may lead to arrests of possible suspects; however we want to remind everyone to lock up your vehicles, sheds, and homes when not attended, especially overnight. Simply locking your property will reduce the chance of becoming another victim of theft by over 90% in Charlestown. One suggestion is setting a cell phone reminder to double check vehicle doors, out building and home doors; every night at 9:00 pm to ensure this simple task is completed. We want to prevent you from becoming another victim and will continue to investigate, and develop a prosecutable case against those who are low enough to steal from innocent citizens. For more information about Crime Prevention tips, log on to our website at www.ctownpd.com/Prevention. [...] Read more...
June 21, 2023Last week, CHPD School Resource Officer Cpl. Brandon Lyons attended and completed an Advanced SRO Course in Georgetown, Kentucky. Course work included school case law updates, mental health, best practices for de-escalation, behavioral threat assessment, emergency operations planning, and armed assailant response. Also included was an introduction to CPTED (Crime Prevention through Environmental Design) that uses design, management, and activity strategies to reduce opportunities for crime to occur, reduce fear, and improve the overall safety of schools. For more information about the CHPD School Resource Officer program, go to www.ctownpd.com/SRO. [...] Read more...
May 4, 2023Congratulations to CHPD K9 Officer Alex Billings; the 2023 North American Police Workdog Association Valor Award Recipient. Ofc. Billings was presented the annual award this evening while attending the NAPWDA National Police K9 Workshop in Missouri. The award was earned for bravery and heroism in the line of duty; when physically rescuing victims during the June 25, 2022 fiery triple fatality motor vehicle crash, just north of Charlestown on State Road 3. Well deserved recognition for going above and beyond, risking her own life, during traumatic circumstances. Charlestown is proud of you Officer Billings. [...] Read more...
March 17, 2023The Charlestown Police Department has recently received complaints and are currently investigating cases of potential theft and fraud via home improvement projects; and wants you to know how to protect yourself and family members.  Recent rounds of windy and stormy weather has opened the door to potential home improvement fraud situations; earlier than normal this year, and losing thousands of dollars are at stake.  Fraudsters like to target the elderly and older adults living alone; so please discuss this information with your close family and friends as soon as possible.  Some of the biggest suggestions to protect yourself include:  Be skeptical of people going door to door claiming you need work done; “contractors” who pressure you to make a decision quickly; “contractors” who don’t respect requesting references and the freedom to obtain competitive quotes; and those who demand more than 1/3 of the cost up front and without a details contract.  There are plenty of other tips provided by the Indiana Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division; CLICK HERE FOR THEIR HELPFUL GUIDE.  Still have questions or concerns?  Contact us for additional guidance (not legal advice); but crime prevention information at ONLINE@CTOWNPD.COM; or visit the Crime Prevention Section of our website at www.ctownpd.com/PREVENTION. [...] Read more...
February 27, 2023The Charlestown PD Neighborhood Watch Program will be hosting National Lung American Heart Association CPR, AED and Basic First Aid Training on Saturday, April 15, 2023; at the Charlestown Police Department. Exact times will be announced once interest is determined, however courses will be two hours in length. The total cost per person for this training is $30.00 and includes an instruction manual and two year certification card. Registration for this event has now ended. Questions? Contact Detective Chuck Ledbetter at cledbetter@ctownpd.com or 812-256-6345 x100. [...] Read more...
November 16, 2022The CHARLESTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT now provides a free, local, & convenient way to safely dispose of expired / unused prescription pill/tablet medications; as well as used / unwanted syringes. 24 hours per day & 7 days a week, anyone can dispose of Prescription pills/tablets within the CHPD lobby depository box; or syringes in the CHPD side parking lot red Sharps depository.  Both located at CHPD headquarters, 703 Main Street, Charlestown, IN. COLLECTED PRESCRIPTIONS AND SHARPS WILL BE TURNED OVER TO THE DEA AND CLARK COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT BY CHPD FOR DISPOSAL. [...] Read more...
July 27, 2022Charlestown residents, join members of the Charlestown Police Department Tuesday evening, August 2nd, from 6 to 8 pm at the Charlestown Family Activities Park, 1000 Park Street, for National Night Out 2022.  Mission BBQ will be providing free sandwiches, and chips; while the Charlestown Parks Department will provide hot dogs and drinks free of charge while supplies last.  Additionally, the Activities Park will be open for skating, splashpad, and put-put golf fun.  CHPD will have Police and SWAT vehicles on static display, and the CHPD K9 Unit will conduct a demonstration beginning at 7:00 pm.  Meet your Charlestown PD officers and personnel; and share Neighborhood Crime Prevention products and information.  Again all totally free and as part of National Night Out 2022.  For more information about National Night Out, visit https://natw.org. [...] Read more...
June 2, 2022Scott Allen Smith, 29, of Charlestown; was arrested Wednesday following a three-week investigation conducted by detectives with the Charlestown Police Department. Tuesday, May 10th 2022, a toddler aged child was admitted to Norton Children’s Hospital in Louisville, presenting several serious and unexplained injuries. Officers of the Charlestown Police Department, including detectives responded to Norton’s facility and initiated a criminal investigation. During the course of the investigation, numerous individuals who had reportedly been around or in close proximity to the injured child were interviewed. Among the individuals interviewed was Scott Smith, who was the live in boyfriend of the child’s mother; residing in the 300 block of Marshall Drive. Investigators, including those with Norton Hospital’s Pediatric Protection Team and the Indiana Department of Child Services, were able to pinpoint a specific timeframe of which the child’s injuries indicated that they had occurred, specifically the most severe injuries. Further investigation revealed that Smith had been alone with the child for a period of approximately thirty minutes, corresponding with the suspected time frame; while the child’s mother ran a local errand. Detective Jason Broady sought and obtained an arrest warrant for Smith; following several interviews with Smith and the child’s mother. The Clark County Prosecutor’s Office filed Detective Broady’s investigation with Clark Circuit Court #4; resulting in the issuance of an arrest warrant for Smith on Wednesday, June 1st. Later the same day, Smith was located and taken into custody by Charlestown Police Department officers, and subsequently transported to the Clark County Jail, charged with Aggravated Battery and Neglect of a Dependent, both Level 3 Felonies. Detectives credit the Indiana Department of Child Services, Pediatric Protection Specialists at Norton Children’s Hospital, the Indiana State Police Polygraph Division, and Clark County Prosecuting Attorney Jeremy Mull for cooperation in the pursuit of seeking justice for this injured child. *Suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law [...] Read more...
April 25, 2022The Charlestown Police Department is now accepting applications for Full Time and Reserve 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 NOON, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31ST, 2022..  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 at 812-256-6345 ext. 103 or bgilbert@ctownpd.com. [...] Read more...
March 17, 2022The Charlestown Police Department and the Charlestown Jay C Plus Food Store have teamed up once again to participate in the DEA Sponsored National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.  Officers of the Charlestown Police Department will be on hand Saturday, April 30th, 2022 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, in the parking lot of Charlestown Jay C Plus Food Store; to provide a safe disposal of expired and unused prescription pill/tablet medications.  Disposal is courtesy of the Charlestown Police Department, through this US Drug Enforcement Agency program, occurring nationwide, totally FREE OF CHARGE and with NO QUESTIONS ASKED. This event will be managed in a parking lot drive-thru fashion with personnel wearing personal protective gloves and masks to accept unused and expired prescription pills and tablets only….SORRY NO LIQUIDS, SPRAYS OR AREOSOLS CAN BE ACCEPTED. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.  Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That’s dangerous and often tragic. That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in – safely and anonymously – a record amount of prescription drugs. For more information on this program, visit its on-line home at https://takebackday.dea.gov [...] Read more...
February 21, 2022Aizak D. Phillips, 22, of Louisville (KY), was located and arrested by officers of the Charlestown Police Department just after midnight Friday night; relating to a disturbance involving a weapon investigation hours earlier in the 300 block of Fairfield Avenue. CHPD Officers were dispatched to the area of Fairfield Avenue around 4:45 pm Friday evening; after receiving several complaints of a hearing a disturbance and gun fire.  Upon arrival to the 300 block of Fairfield Avenue, officers learned that a firearm was discharged during an altercation; and that the shooter had left the area in a light blue/grey Chevy Malibu. CHPD Detectives were requested to the scene, who assisted with securing information and collecting evidence.  Detective Major Jason Broady issued a BOLO for Phillips to all area law enforcement; before being located and apprehended a short time later by Sgt. Eric Kruse and K9 Officer Alex Billings. Aizak Phillips was been preliminarily charged with Felony Criminal Recklessness, Felony Intimidation, and Carrying a Handgun without a License; before being transported to Clark County Jail. All suspects and defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. [...] Read more...
January 5, 2022Congratulations to Jonathan Roederer and Brandon Lyons who were both promoted to the rank of Corporal this morning at the regular Charlestown Board of Public Works meeting. Shown left to right is Chief Tim Wolff, Corporal Brandon Lyons, Corporal Jonathan Roederer, and Assistant Chief Brion Gilbert. Both Cpl. Lyons and Cpl. Roederer have been with the department since 2015. [...] Read more...
August 18, 2021Chief Tim Wolff and Assistant Chief Brion Gilbert presented three new CHPD Reserve Police Officers for approval by the Charlestown Board of Public Works this morning at City Hall.  The Board approved all three new officers and were subsequently sworn-in by Mayor Treva Hodges with family and friends present.  The three new officers will now begin orientation and field training with the department and are (from left to right in the adjacent photo) Matthew Myers, of Charlestown; David Schoengart, of Sellersburg; and Seth Christian, of Jeffersonville.  Myers and Christian are currently employed as Supervisors with the Floyd County Jail; and Schoengart is a local business owner who recently moved to Clark County with over twenty years of law enforcement experience with the Jefferson and Oldham County Sheriff Departments in Kentucky.  Congratulations to all three officers and welcome to the community of Charlestown and CHPD. [...] Read more...
August 3, 2021Reminder Charlestown residents, join us tonight from 6 to 8 pm at the Charlestown Family Activities Park, 1000 Park Street, for National Night Out – Charlestown PD. Join us free of charge for Mission BBQ, Hot Dogs, Chips and drinks, Police and SWAT static display, K9 Demonstration, Skating, Splashpad, Put-Put Golf, and much more. Meet your Charlestown PD officers and personnel. [...] Read more...
July 22, 2021Indiana Cops Cycling for Survivors made a stop with Charlestown PD this morning, while traveling the entire State of Indiana, to take a moment to honor our fallen Sgt. Ben Bertram and Sgt. TeJuan Johnson.  The Cops Cycling for Survivors Foundation, Incorporated is focused on compassion, integrity, and dedication. Their core mission is to raise awareness of fallen law enforcement officers who are killed in the line of duty and their survivors.  Funds generated will be utilized to perpetuate the memories of the officers and support their survivors left behind. Active officers and civilian participant riders raise awareness and actively support law enforcement survivors through the annual bicycle tour around the state of Indiana which raises funds to be utilized to support scholarships, camps and events held in memory of officers killed in the line of duty and other survivor causes as determined by the Cops Cycling for Survivors Foundation Board. For more information on Cops Cycling for Survivors, their riding to remember, and how to support their cause; visit their Facebook page or their website at https://www.copscycling4survivors.org/. [...] Read more...
June 29, 2021Earlier this year, Charlestown Police Chief Timothy Wolff announced that Officer Brandon Lyons, a five year veteran of the department; would replace Sgt. Adam Clark as the department’s School Resource Officer, beginning the 2021-22 school year.  Sgt. Clark, who is moving into a Shift Supervisor role within the department; has been assisting Officer Lyons with the transition since January.  The Charlestown Police Department, in cooperation with the Greater Clark School Corporation, currently assigns a certified School Resource Police Officer assigned to Jonathan Jennings Elementary and Charlestown Middle School, in Charlestown. This past week, as part of his training and transition, Officer Lyons completed the two week course to become a Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Officer instructor; which will enable him to continue the department’s tradition of teaching the D.A.R.E. curriculum to students in his assigned schools.  Additionally, Officer Lyons is trained to teach enhancement lessons such as Elementary Gangs and Role Models, and High School “Celebrating Safely”, Vaping and “More Than Sad:  Teen Mental Health.  Officer Lyons not only completed the D.A.R.E. course, but received their “Top Student” award for their 2021 class.  “Brandon exudes positive energy with his students and classmates, alike”; stated his Indiana DARE Course Evaluation Report. The Charlestown Police Department would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and recognize Officer Lyons on his outstanding performance at DARE school; and his total commitment to his new position with daily interactions with our students.  “Over the past two weeks, I spent over 80 hours in the classroom completing lesson plan outlines and preparing for several presentations culminating with a 45 minute presentation during the second week. The two week course was an enjoyable challenge thanks to the efforts of the D.A.R.E. Officer Training Staff and the camaraderie of the seven other Officers attending the training. I hope to exceed the expectations placed on me by previous Charlestown PD SRO/D.A.R.E. Instructor’s, Chief Tim Wolff and Sergeant Adam Clark, their guidance and support has been monumental in my preparation for my new position. Charlestown is home to me, from my handprint on the walls of Jonathan Jennings Elementary School to being a member of the 2011 Charlestown High School Graduating class. I look forward to serving the Charlestown Community, Charlestown Middle School, and Jonathan Jennings Elementary School for the years to come”; commented Officer Brandon Lyons. For more information on the CHPD School Resource Officer Division, visit www.ctownpd.com/SRO. [...] Read more...
March 17, 2021During the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 17th, officers of the Charlestown Police Department responded to the area of County Road 403 and Stony Point Road to assist Clark County Sheriff Deputies with locating a Jeffersonville man who had just fled the scene of a traffic accident on Stacy Court, driving a dark colored Toyota sedan. After a short pursuit, the suspect abandoned his vehicle in the 6700 block of County Road 403 and fled north on foot into the nearby adjacent fields and wooden areas. CHPD Sgt. Adam Clark and his K9 partner Hurley (shown in the adjacent photo immediately following the incident) arrived on scene and began a track of the fleeing suspect; locating him without further incident over a mile away and 20 minutes later. The suspect was arrested and charged with multiple offenses by Deputies of the Clark County Sheriff’s Department. [...] Read more...
March 12, 2021The Charlestown Police Department and the Charlestown Jay C Plus Food Store have teamed up once again to participate in the DEA Sponsored National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.  Officers of the Charlestown Police Department will be on hand Saturday, April 24th, 2021 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, in the parking lot of Charlestown Jay C Plus Food Store; to provide a safe disposal of expired and unused prescription pill/tablet medications.  Disposal is courtesy of the Charlestown Police Department, through this US Drug Enforcement Agency program, occurring nationwide, totally FREE OF CHARGE and with NO QUESTIONS ASKED. This event will be managed in a parking lot drive-thru fashion with personnel wearing personal protective gloves and masks to accept unused and expired prescription pills and tablets only….SORRY NO LIQUIDS, SPRAYS OR AREOSOLS CAN BE ACCEPTED. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths.  Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That’s dangerous and often tragic. That’s why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in – safely and anonymously – a record amount of prescription drugs. For more information on this program, visit its on-line home at https://takebackday.dea.gov [...] Read more...
March 3, 2021The Charlestown Police Department has teamed up with CrimeMapping.com to provide a daily interactive summary of the most serious crimes reported within Charlestown, Indiana.  Like in hundreds of communities across the country, CrimeMapping.com is helping keep communities informed of what types of criminal activity are being reported in their neighborhoods.  Simply by logging on to www.ctownpd.com/map; residents can immediately see a street map of Charlestown with the last seven days of the listed crimes reported to CHPD; then easily change the date range through 90 days of records.  All crime data is extracted daily from our department’s record management software and checked for accuracy automatically; and crime data seen on the map can also easily be converted to a report list or chart view, with the click of your computer mouse. Additionally, citizens can also use the CHPD Crime Mapping platform to receive automatic email alerts; which provide information about crimes reported in their neighborhood, without having to check the website and map everyday.  The map doesn’t identify exact addresses of crime; instead all data is mapped to the hundred block level to help protect personal privacy. Convenient links to contact the CHPD Records Division, or for filing an anonymous crime tip are also available with each crime data plot on the map.  “We sincerely hope our new crime mapping service, combined with our mobile app, and Neighborhood Watch program; will provide you, our citizens, the tools and information to coordinate with us to continue building a safer and secure Charlestown community”, commented Charlestown Police Chief Timothy Wolff.  For more information, just view the below introductory video by Chief Wolff, or log onto www.ctownpd.com/map. [...] Read more...