Tag: Indiana
Indiana Felons Get Decades For Illegal Gun Possession
Eleven Indiana convicts are trading street corners for federal prison cells this month, slammed with hefty sentences for illegally possessing firearms. The crackdown, spearheaded by federal prosecutors in the Southern District of Indiana, yanked 23 guns off the streets of Indianapolis and Evansville – weapons these individuals had no legal right to own. These weren’t…
Six Years for Chicago Meth Runner: Feds Crack Down in Indiana
Chicago street dealer DeAndre Johnson, 42, will spend the next six years in a federal penitentiary after pleading guilty to trafficking methamphetamine into Northwest Indiana. Judge Gretchen S. Lund handed down the 72-month sentence yesterday, a clear signal from the courts that moving poison across state lines won’t be tolerated. The case highlights a persistent…
Alaska Pair Admits to Sick Child Porn Plot
Indiana man and Anchorage woman plead guilty to conspiracy to produce child pornography, highlighting the devastating effects of this heinous crime. Learn about the charges, legal framework, prevalence, and efforts to combat child pornography. Find out about the sentencing and penalties they face, as well as statements from the U.S. Attorney and FBI. Discover the…
Chicago Robber Gets 4 Years for Tech Store Heists
Chicago man sentenced to 4 years in federal prison for retail store robberies in Illinois and Indiana. Co-conspirators used force and pepper spray to steal merchandise. Judge Reinhard oversaw the case and imposed the sentence.
Indiana Crime Wave in 2023: Burglary Rates Skyrocket
2023 marked a year of rising crime rates in Indiana, with the state experiencing a significant surge in burglary incidents. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, which collects and analyzes crime data from law enforcement agencies across the country, Indiana saw a notable increase in property crimes, with burglary rates leading the…
Indiana Crime Plunge in 2022: 7.4% Drop in Overall Violent Crime
The FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program released its crime statistics for 2022, revealing a 7.4% decline in overall violent crime in Indiana. This marks a significant shift in the state’s crime landscape, which was otherwise characterized by a mix of rising and falling crime rates. Nationally, the UCR data showed a 4.6% decrease in…
Crime Rates in Indiana 2021: A State in Turmoil
Crime rates in Indiana reached a boiling point in 2021, with the state experiencing a significant increase in violent crimes. According to the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, which collects and analyzes crime data from law enforcement agencies across the country, Indiana saw a notable spike in murder and non-negligent manslaughter cases, with the…
Indiana Crime Trends in 2020: Violent Crime Rates Rise
According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program, Indiana witnessed a noteworthy increase in violent crime rates in 2020. The state experienced a 12.9% rise in violent crime, surpassing the national average. As reported by the FBI, this alarming trend echoes a broader national concern, as the U.S. saw a 5.6% surge in violent…
Indiana 2019: Crime on the Rise
In 2019, Indiana saw a notable increase in crime rates, bucking the national trend. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program, the Hoosier state reported a 4.6% rise in overall crime, outpacing the national average of 3.1%. At the heart of this increase were property crimes, which surged by 5.4% statewide, with burglaries…
Indiana Crime Stats 2018: Violent Crime Rates on the Rise
In 2018, Indiana saw a concerning uptick in violent crime rates, with the state ranking 16th in the nation for violent crime rates per 100,000 inhabitants, according to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. This trend echoes a nationwide surge in violent crime, with many major cities experiencing significant increases in homicides and aggravated…
