Miller-Courtesy of Seymour Police/Jackson County Prosecutor
BROWNSTOWN, Ind. - The Jackson County Prosecutor's Office announced Thursday that Michael Silas Miller was found guilty following a two-day jury trial on May 12–13, in Jackson Circuit Court. Deputy Prosecutors Emily Shoemaker and Ethan Sparks prosecuted the case on behalf of the State of Indiana.
After hearing the evidence, the jury returned guilty verdicts on all charges submitted: Burglary, a Level 5 Felony; Theft, a Level 6 Felony; and Theft, a Class A Misdemeanor.
During the trial, the State presented evidence that Miller participated in the burglary of Home Products International in Seymour, showing that Miller unlawfully entered the business and removed property from the facility.
Investigators utilized surveillance footage, witness statements, and additional investigative techniques that ultimately led to the identification and prosecution of those involved.
The Prosecutor’s Office thanked the Seymour Police Department and all law enforcement investigators for their work on the investigation and successful prosecution of this case.
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) congratulates Lt. Gary Knoef on graduating from the FBI National Academy in the 298th session at the FBI Training Academy in Quantico, Virginia. It is the same facility where the FBI trains its new special agents and intelligence analysts.
COLUMBUS, Ind. - Bartholomew County Emergency Management (BCEM) says the National Weather Service forecasts excessive heat and humidity for the rest of the week. The extreme temperatures are predicted to reach the mid-90s, with heat index values exceeding 100 degrees, posing a serious threat to health and safety, particularly for vulnerable populations.
SOUTH-CENTRAL, Ind. - The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has announced that a Heat Advisory is in effect for a large portion of the Hoosier State from noon on Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 2, at 8 p.m.
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus is partnering with Red Arch Community Events, Inc., to present "Celebrate 250," a weeklong festival marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.
COLUMBUS, Ind. - The City of Columbus has installed 21 commemorative banners along Washington Street in downtown Columbus honoring Revolutionary War soldiers buried in Bartholomew County.