Sheriff Notes March 28, 2025

Notes from the desk of Sheriff Abbott:

• Uniform Response and the Detectives from our CID Unit handled a Shooting/Homicide in the City of Hartford. I cannot go into details being it's an open pending case with the suspect in custody. I can disclose an altercation took place, and ultimately the wife was lodged for the incident. It was an isolated incident with no danger to the public.
• Uniform Response Assisted in a Pursuit of a Stolen Vehicle/Felonious Assault with South Haven PD. A Deputy was in the area when it started and was able to set up stop sticks as the vehicle was approaching. Right after hitting the sticks, the suspect driver's evasive reaction caused him to lose control, hence crashing in a ditch. It should be noted that when tires run over stop sticks, it deflates them steadily and doesn't blow out a tire and allows the driver to stop prior to the tire going flat.
• I would like to Thank Everyone who Participated this past week in the Free Adoptions at the Shelter. I am pleased to announce every available dog was adopted but one. I believe that dog is going to be adopted right after I send out this update. To go further, we always appreciate the citizens adopting animals out of the shelter.
• Our Office Participated over the last Few Weeks at Numerous Schools for Career Day. These are always great events and interactions with the kids to enlighten them on what we do and what a great career it can be.
• Uniform Response and a Member of Our Drone Team Assisted MSP with a Fatal Traffic Crash involving a Motor Vehicle vs. Horse and Buggy. I'd ask that you keep the Family and Amish Community in your Prayers as they deal with this tragedy.
• Uniform Response took 2 Different Assault Calls in the City of Hartford. After the investigations where completed, the reports were sent to the Prosecutors Office for review for charges.
• Uniform Response handled a Reckless Shooting complaint in Lawrence Township. After the initial investigation, a search warrant was obtained for the residence as the subject from Illinois shooting could not be in possession of firearms. After executing the search warrant, 3 AR rifles, 4 handguns, and ammunition was seized. The report was sent to the Prosecutors Office for charges.
• Uniform Response handled a PI Crash(Personal Injury) in Antwerp Township. The investigation found that one of the vehicles crossed the centerline striking the oncoming vehicle head on. The at fault driver was transport to the hospital for her injuries.