It doesn’t matter if it’s a student or a regular community member. Safety is always at the forefront of county officials.
Marshall County Sheriff’s Department to Hold Community Information Nights Later This Month
In order to connect with the community and showcase what the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department does, Sheriff Matt Hassel has invited citizens to attend some community information nights this month.
The Department is also extending a special invitation to anyone 18-years-of-age or older who is considering a future in public safety so they can learn more about what opportunities are available at the Sheriff’s Department. Continue reading
Indiana Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy Accepting Limited Number of Applicants for Summer Session
If you’re considering law enforcement as a potential career choice and are looking for a way to get some experience, you’re in luck. The American Legion and the Indiana Troopers Youth Services are working in conjunction, seeking promising young candidates for their newest program, the Indiana Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy.
The 2018 session will run this summer from June 15 through the 20th on the University of Indianapolis campus. Indiana Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Academy provides insight into law enforcement agency operations and presents first-hand experiences to highly motivated young people in grades 9 through 12. Continue reading
Marshall County Sheriff Announces Scholarship Opportunity
The Indiana Sheriff’s Association Scholarship Fund will be providing about $20,000 worth of assistance to Hoosier students looking to pursue a degree in criminal justice studies.
According to Marshall County Sheriff Matt Hassel, approximately forty $500 scholarships will be awarded to qualifying students throughout the state.
The scholarship is open to current college students or high school seniors who plan to major in a law enforcement field at an Indiana college or university as a full-time student. Continue reading
Individuals Urged to Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign
January is recognized as National Human Trafficking Prevention month and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security established “The Blue Campaign” back in 2010 to bring visibility to the prevalent, but often under reported and over looked, global issue.
According to the Department of Homeland Security, annually, millions of women, men and children are trafficked in countries around the world, including the United States. It is estimated that it’s a $32 billion per year industry that includes domestic servitude, sexual trafficking and forced labor. Continue reading
Bremen Troopers Participating in Tip-a-Cop to Assist Special Olympics Indiana
Several troopers from Indiana State Police Bremen Post are participating in the annual Tip-a-Cop event to raise money for Special Olympics Indiana. From 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. this Saturday, troopers will be working and collecting tips at a chain restaurant located at 4010 N Main Street in Mishawaka.
This is the 12th year that Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) has put on the nationwide Tip-a-Cop event which serves as not only a fundraiser, but a public awareness vehicle for Special Olympics Indiana.
The not-for-profit organization provides year-round sports training and athletic competitions in over 20 Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, reaching more than 12,000 athletes across Indiana. Since Special Olympics Indiana is not a United Way agency and receives no federal or state appropriated funds, they rely entirely on corporate, civic and individual donations. Continue reading
County Commissioners to Consider Interview and Confession Upgrades
The Marshall County Council plans to review a proposal by the County Prosecutor and Sheriff’s Department during their meeting this morning.
Annual Youth Camp Attracting Students to Law Enforcement
Students in Marshall County may have an opportunity to learn more about a career in law enforcement.
The camp, which will be held between June 23rd and 26th has been an annual occurrence for the last 36 years. Marshall County Sheriff Tom Chamberlin says the statewide camp is targeted toward 7th and 8th graders.
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Sen. Donnelly Shows Support for Bulletproof Vest Grant
U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly says he supports an extension of a grant program that helps law enforcement.
The Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program Reauthorization Act was proposed for extension through 2020. It’s managed through the Department of Justice. The grant helps state and local police forces purchase the vests to improve safety.
State Sen. Arnold Recognizes Indiana Sheriff’s Association in Resolution
State Senator Jim Arnold has introduced a resolution to honor the Indiana Sheriff’s Association.
The measure was introduced earlier this week in Indianapolis. The LaPorte Democrat spent 36 years in law enforcement, rising through the ranks to become LaPorte County Sheriff in 2007.
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Sen. Arnold Proposing Legislation To Enhance Law Enforcement Services
State Senator Jim Arnold is hoping several bills will assist in the efforts of the law enforcement community.
Among Arnold’s proposed bills this session is legislation that would better define a safety indicator on firearms. It would also increase penalties for those found to have modified a toy gun to resemble a real firearm.
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