Suspect found in Hancock County search

Thursday, August 10, 2023 at 4:24 AM

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A suspect that was the focus of a Wednesday search in Hancock County was finally arrested.

The Hancock County Sheriff's Office and multiple other agencies were searching the area of Hancock County Road 1000 North east of State Road 9, attempting to locate an unidentified male who fled on foot.

The suspect was wanted for providing false information to police and may have warrants from other states. No name was given for the suspect in initial reports.

After a lengthy search using the Indiana State Police helicopter, Greenfield Police Department drone, police K-9s, and numerous officers from several agencies, the suspect was unable to be located. The search was called off after searching for over two hours. However, the suspect was finally apprehended later in the day.

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