Category From the Desk of Sheriff Abbott

Our Office took Numerous Larcenies/Break-ins involving Tools and Misc Items being Stolen. Suspects were developed, and a search warrant was obtained for the residence/property in Pine Grove Township.

It is that time of the year when our Local Farmers, Road Commission, Landowners, and Others must deal with individuals dumping their leaves, debris, and other items on their property from yard cleanups.

Uniform Response had a Welfare Check in Columbia Township. Dispatch received a third-party call about a female that had possibly been assaulted and asked to have her checked on.

Our Office was Honored for a Fundraiser “Night in Nashville” this past Friday at the Paw Paw Brewery. There were sponsors behind the scenes, promotors, and others donating items to be auctioned off.

Uniform Response handled a Break-in in Progress at the Lawrence Public Schools. Upon arrival, Deputies observed a broken window.

Uniform Response handled a Car vs. Tree PIA(Personal Injury Crash) in Hamilton Township

Canine Handler Deputy Devon Krogel gave a presentation to the Decatur Study Club at the Van Buren County District Library in the Village of Decatur.

Uniform Response made a Traffic Stop on a vehicle leaving Casey’s Gas Station in Hartford for an obstructed license plate. The vehicle was reported stolen by Michigan City PD. The driver(a Berrien County Resident) was taken into custody for being in possession of the stolen vehicle.

Uniform Response handled an Assault incident in Arlington Township. While doing the investigation, the suspect became aggressive and tried to get the Deputies firearm from his holster. The individual was arrested and charged for the incident.

Uniform Response handled a break-in in which the suspect wasn’t allowed at a residence in Bloomingdale Township per bond restrictions out of Allegan County.