The Crawford County Sheriff's office released the following information related to an investigation into one of its deputies:
The Crawford County Sheriff’s Office announced that Deputy Ian Kasemyer, almost a two-year veteran of the department, has been placed on administrative leave, pending a full investigation into the deputy’s on-duty action.
The investigation was initiated following a video that was shared on social media on October 5.
• Transparency and accountability are of the utmost importance to this office. This administrative leave is a standard procedure that allows for a thorough and unbiased investigation into the matter.
• The leave is a neutral action and does not indicate a determination of guilt or wrongdoing.
• The deputy’s service weapon and badge have been confiscated during the investigation, which our patrol sergeant handled.
• No further information can be released at this time to protect the integrity of the investigation and the rights of all involved parties
Gov. Mike Braun orders flags to half-staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Local fire department gets new equipment
100% of Keystone Cooperative member profits returned to farmer-members
Former area newspaper owners ordered to pay in conspiracy case
County board committee dealing with animal control department issues
Niles Scream Park raises more than $153,300 for local groups
Three arrested by Lawrence County Sheriff's Department
Lawrence County Chamber honors several at annual banquet
Vehicle thefts on the rise across area
USPS asks public to clear snow and ice to help deliveries
Lawrence County arrests
IDNR releases first firearm deer season statistics
New Coach Curt Cignetti Indiana Hoosiers bobblehead unveiled with proceeds going to Riley Children’s Hospital
Tax abatement proposal moving forward
Lawrence County man sentenced on meth charges
Knox Co. agency among Duke Energy grants to support Hoosier veterans and their families
Vincennes recognized during Global Entrepreneurship Week
New CAO at Good Samaritan Hospital
