From the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department
Franklin County Sheriff Peter Cates has released a monthly report of activity for the month of December 2020. Sheriff’s Deputies responded to 834 calls for service, which is an 18 percent increase over the 684 calls in 2019. Among the calls of service investigated were:
| Property Damage Accidents | 55 |
| Personal Injury Accidents | 5 |
| Burglary/Theft | 15 |
| Residential/Business Alarms | 16 |
| Domestic Battery/Battery | 21 |
| 911 Hang Up/Accidental Dial | 71 |
| Suspicious Persons/Vehicles | 44 |
| Traffic Stops | 323 |
| Business/Residence Checks | 1 |
A total of 33 arrests were made by Sheriff’s Deputies on the following charges:
| Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated | 8 |
| Driving While Suspended | 1 |
| Possession of a Controlled Substance | 3 |
| Possession of Marijuana | 3 |
| Possession of a Handgun Without a License | 2 |
| Theft/Receiving Stolen Property | 1 |
| Disorderly Conduct | 1 |
| Battery/Domestic Battery | 1 |
| Resisting Law Enforcement | 1 |
| Warrants | 12 |
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There was an average of 42 prisoners housed in the Security Center throughout the month of December. Deputies drove a total of 20,590 miles. The Transport Officers drove an additional 2,876 miles, for a total of 23,466 miles. The Transport Officers conducted nine prisoner transports, transporting nine prisoners to and from the Department of Corrections facilities throughout the States of Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. Additionally, Deputies conducted four prisoner transports to various medical facilities for conditions that could not be treated by the jail doctor. No real estate was sold at Sheriff’s Auction. 48 civil process papers were served.
Citizens may also provide information concerning illegal drug activity or any other crime by calling the Drug Tip Hotline at 765-647-0755. Callers can remain anonymous and all information is confidential.
The Sheriff’s Department would like to remind the citizens of Franklin County that winter has arrived. Weather can change abruptly and driving conditions can deteriorate suddenly. Drivers should slow their speed, allow for greater stopping distances, and/or stay off of slick surfaces. When planning a trip, give yourself extra time and be sure your vehicle and tires are in good condition. For the latest on winter weather advisories, school closings and road conditions sign up for free text messaging at www.nixle.com or by downloading the Everbridge app on your smart device. Like us on Facebook at Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. Visit our website at www.franklincountysheriff.org.