South Bend Police Department Press Release

Help Identify Assault Suspect

2008-07-01T15:54:00.001-04:00

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On 06/29/08 at approximately 2:40 PM, a 31 year old female employee of the BP Oil Company, located at 3627 E. McKinley Ave. in South Bend was struck by a vehicle that was fleeing the area after stealing $30.00 worth of gasoline.

The SBPD is asking for assistance in identifying the suspect. An image of both the suspect and wanted vehicle are attached.

Suspect: Female, African American, Approx.. 25-30 years of age; 5'-07"; 130#. Wearing blue shorts and top with a red purse.

Vehicle: Older, 4-D Mid-size passenger car, Navy Blue in color, with a luggage rack on the trunk and missing hubcaps on at least the right side.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Crime Stoppers or the South Bend Police Department at 574.235.9201.

Robbery Suspect Identified

2008-06-27T14:04:00.001-04:00

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The below listed person is being sought by the SBPD in connection with the robbery of the First Source Bank branch at 2323 S. Michigan St., on Wednesday, June 25, 2008. The subject should also be considered a suspect in at least 5 other robberies committed on the same day.

At this time, the SBPD would like to speak to this individual and no warrant exists. If anyone knows the whereabouts of this individual they are asked to call Crime Stoppers or the South Bend Police Department at 574-235-9361.

The suspect in this case is one:

Roosevelt L. Taylor. Male Black, age 34
5'11"; 215#; black hair/brown eyes.

The individual that committed the robberies indicated that he had a weapon. If the suspect is spotted call local police. Do not attempt to apprehend or pursue him.

Police Need Your Help Identifying Bank Robbery Suspect

2008-06-17T14:46:00.004-04:00

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CAPTURED !!!! ARRESTED ON 06/20/08

Please help identify the suspect in this robbery. The robbery was to Horizon Bank 233S. Main St. yesterday, June 15, 2008. Description was: male black mid 40's 5'10"-6" stocky build, medium complexion with round face, thin mustache, Notre Dame blue baseball cap with gold bill, white baseball jersey with red and blue trim possible "Philly"s" on back.

Any one with information on this man's identity is asked to call the SBPD at 574.235.9263 or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP.

Learn More About Identity Theft

2008-05-14T09:30:00.001-04:00

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10 Million Reasons to Support Crime Stoppers – Shredding Identity Theft
Mayor Luecke and Mayor Rea jointly proclaim Crime Stoppers Identity Theft week.

Up to 10 million people become victims of identity theft each year, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Identity theft occurs when someone uses your name, social security number, credit card account or other personal information to commit a crime. On May 12th, Mayor Stephen Luecke and Mayor Jeff Rea jointly proclaimed this week to be Crime Stoppers Identity Theft Awareness Week. The purpose of the Mayors proclamation is to raise awareness and educate the citizens of Michiana on how to deter thieves, detect suspicious activity, and defend themselves against identity theft.

On Friday May 16th at 6:00 p.m., the South Bend Police Department and Crime Stoppers will host a free seminar on Identity Theft Protection. Sgt. Dominic Zultanski will discuss schemes and scams that have been active in and around our area as well as answer your questions on specific issues that effect you in regards to identity theft / fraud prevention and recovery. Several other area, state and federal agency representatives have participated (in putting this night together) and will be either on hand and available for your questions and offer their assistance or have resources available.

On Saturday May 17th, in an effort to help you take the first steps toward protecting your identity, South Bend Area Crime Stoppers is partnering with Enviro-Shred to hold a community shredding day. You can take advantage of this opportunity to begin protecting yourself and support Crime Stoppers. Enviro-Shred will destroy your documents for a small tax-deductible to Crime Stoppers. All proceeds will go toward the Crime Stoppers reward fund. Bring your old documents to Martins Supermarkets at Heritage Square in Granger, or Erskine Plaza in South Bend from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rain or shine.

SBPD Honor Guard to be Color Guard in Washington D.C.

2008-05-08T15:29:00.001-04:00

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The South Bend Police Department Honor Guard has been selected to be one of six official Color Guards at the National Law Enforcement Memorial Service in Washington D.C., on Tuesday, May 13, 2008.

Fourteen Honor Guard members from our department will travel to Washington and play prominent rolls in various Police Week ceremonies, most notably, the Color Guard for the Candlelight Vigil. The Color Guard honors (of which 400 national and international departments vied for selection) will be shared by the following agencies:

San Antonio, Texas Police Department
Puerto Rico Police Department
Aurora, Colorado Police Department
Cleveland Heights, Ohio Police Department
United State Border Patrol - Texas District, and
South Bend, Indiana Police Department

Annual Memorial Service this Friday Evening

2008-05-05T15:51:00.002-04:00

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The SBPD in collaboration with Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #36 will be holding it's annual ceremony to remember its fallen officers at the South Bend Police Department Headquarters on Friday, May 9th. 2008 at 9:00 PM.

The ceremony will last approximately one-half hour. It is the first time the ceremony will have been held in the evening. The public is invited to attend. This service preceeds the national observance of Law Enforcement Week, which culminates with services in Washington D.C. This year a contingent of SBPD officers and family will be on hand in Washington as Cpl. Nick Polizzotto's name is added to the Fallen Officers Memorial.

Please join us this Friday.

Buy and Print Accident Reports Online!

2008-04-21T15:11:00.002-04:00

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The SBPD announces that Indiana vehicular accident reports are now available on-line at www.BuyCrash.com

Although crash reports will still be available by visiting the South Bend Police Department Records counter, those who would like to instantly purchase reports on-line and print them immediately can do so from the location of their choice.

At the scene of an accident, our officers will now be instructing the participants of this feature as well.

Police Need Help Identifying Bank Robbery Suspect

2008-04-16T16:22:00.003-04:00

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At approximately 11:15 AM, on this date, the SBPD received a report of a bank robbery at the MFB Branch located in the 700 block of East Ireland Rd..

Officers arrived and found witnesses who stated a lone suspect entered the bank armed with a gun and wearing a ski mask. He then demanded money. After securing a sum of currency, the suspect ran to an awaiting vehicle and was last seen westbound on Ireland Rd.

There was no one injured in the robbery.

The suspect is described as: Male, Black, approximately 35 years of age.
6'-01" to 6'-04; 250#, with a shaved head. He was wearing all black and
was armed with a black handgun. He fled to a vehicle being driven by a Female, Black.
The vehicle is described as a green passenger car in poor condition with rust. The vehicle
had to be re-started several times and it is possibly in poor running order as well.

Anyone with information concerning this robbery is asked to call the South Bend Police Department at 574-235-9201 or Crime Stoppers at 574-288-STOP

Public Invited to Police Awards Ceremony

2008-04-04T15:02:00.000-04:00

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The SBPD would like to invite all members of the media and community to join us to celebrate the
6th. Annual SBPD Awards Ceremony to be held at
Ivy Tech State College on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 4:00 PM.

The program lasts approximately one-hour and refreshments will follow.

Please consider attending this event as it recognizes the good work performed in the community by officers and civilians alike. Awarded at this ceremony will be the 2007 Officer of the Year Honor.

Thanks, and we hope to see you at Ivy Tech on Sunday.

Traffic Alert: Dyngus Day / Solidarity Day, 2008

2008-03-23T19:11:00.002-04:00

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For all motorists who will be traveling the streets of South Bend on Monday, March 24, 2008, the SBPD urges the use of caution and patience as several South Bend streets will be effected by traffic delays and restrictions during the Dyngus Day and Solidarity Day observance.

With the arrival of Former President Clinton at approximately 11:30 AM, the area(s) on and around Western Avenue from the 600-2400 blocks and the associated residential areas surrounding the West Side Democratic Club, and Elks Lodge #298, will be very congested and significant traffic delays can be expected. Depending on traffic volume, some streets may be closed to through traffic to facilitate motorcades or public gatherings.

Individuals who are visiting the above venues are asked to respect traffic and parking restrictions and use common sense when choosing a parking location. It is important that private driveway access and fire lanes are maintained and the police department will be enforcing these restrictions.

Also, it is important that individuals celebrating do so responsibly. There are always many pedestrians in the area of the celebration sites, and all motorists are urged to use caution, drive slowly and be aware foot traffic.

Western Avenue Credit Union Robbed

2008-03-13T14:12:00.003-04:00

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At 9:08 AM, this date, the SBPD Communications Center received a call of a robbery to the Community Wide Credit Union branch, located at 1555 W. Western Avenue in the City.

Officers were told that a single suspect entered the branch, approached a teller and delivered a note that demanded cash as well as made reference to a weapon, although none was displayed.

After obtaining a sum of currency, the suspect exited the credit union and ran in a southwest direction, across Western Ave. into the residential area. A thorough search was conducted, however the suspect was not located. The accompanying photos show the suspect leaving the bank. Anyone who can identify this suspect is asked to call the SBPD at 574.235.9201, or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP.

No one was injured during the robbery. The suspect is described as:

Male, Black, approximately 5'-08"; Thin build, with a light complexion;
Wearing: Dark pants, Black hooded sweatshirt, White t-shirt underneath;
A blue baseball cap with white pinstripes and possibly a white bandana
under the cap.

Police Need Help In Locating a Hit & Run Driver

2008-03-07T10:54:00.003-05:00

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There was a serious injury hit-and-run collision that involved two elderly men that were struck by a pick-up truck at the intersection of LaSalle and Michigan Streets at 8:49 PM on Thursday, February 28th, 2008.

At this time, there have been no new leads on the case, although the two men remain hospitalized with an assortment on fractures, lacerations and contusions. The victims are age 70 and 77, both from South Bend.

The suspect vehicle was described as possibly a light green, Ford F150 pick-up with a light color stripe on the side. The vehicle will have front end damage, with at least one headlight broken out. Vehicle was last seen heading westbound on LaSalle.

Any person with information on this case is asked to call the SBPD Hit & Run office at 574-235-9306 or Crime Stoppers at 288-STOP.

New Citizens Police Academy Class Forming Now

2008-02-21T12:17:00.002-05:00

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How would you like to step inside our S.W.A.T. truck like you see on T.V. or examine a finger print under a microscope in our CSI laboratory? The newest class addition presents the Child Dangers of the Internet and Computer & Technology Crime Overview.

The South Bend Police Department is pleased to announce information regarding our next Citizen=s Police Academy. This will be the 29th academy session of education classes offered to the public to promote an understanding and awareness of the duties and responsibilities of the South Bend Police Department. The next scheduled academy will run for 13 weeks, starting March 11th and ending on June 10, 2008. A mid-academy break is scheduled for the week of April 27. 2008. All classes are on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.

General class topics include:

· Department community policing efforts

· Hands-on interacting with officers from patrol and investigative division

· See and learn what it takes to be a radio dispatcher and handle 911 calls

· Hands-on demonstrations from the K-9, SWAT, and the Bomb Disposal Unit.

· In-depth operations presentation and tour of the Juvenile Justice Center.

· Metro Homicide Unit: What is evidence and how it all connects together.

· Upon graduation, participants are also available to ride with an officer to see the patrol functions from a first hand view.

Have you ever had a question about the police department that you would like to get feedback in a comfortable setting? If you live or work around South Bend and want to get to know your police department better, this is your best opportunity. For a further look at classroom issues, click onto the South Bend Police Department Web Page at: www.southbendpolice.com or e-mail any questions to sbpd@southbendIN.gov. The class size is limited to 40 participants, is free of charge, and light refreshments will be provided.

Applications can be picked up at the front desk of the South Bend Police Department or you can contact these officers for enrollment:

Cpl. Aaron Cassel at (574) 235-9401 or Lt. Richard Powers at (574) 235-9402.

Don't Be An Auto Theft Victim

2008-02-11T10:33:00.000-05:00

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From January 1st., 2008, through the first week in February, the City experienced a larger than average number of motor vehicle thefts. When this data was analyzed, it was found that nearly half (46%) of the vehicles taken in the City during this time period were left idling, unattended when taken.

Due to the extreme weather, it is understandable that drivers would want to get into a warm car, however the practice of starting a vehicle and then leaving it unattended is simply offering it to a thief. We would urge drivers to always stay with their vehicles unless the car is switched off with the doors locked.

Don't give your car away to a thief! In almost all auto-theft cases, when the police recover the vehicle it has some damage or abuse that will never be correctable.

Free Firearms Safety Classes Being Offered

2008-01-30T10:14:00.000-05:00

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South Bend Police Department
Firearms Safety Classes

Topics will include:

Safe firearms handling

Firearms parts and their function

Ammunition, its function, and proper storage

Gun lock installation

Free gun locks will be available

Information on upcoming firearms training

Cost: FREE

Dates: February 5th & 19th 2008
March 4th & 13th 2008
April 3rd 2008

Time: 6:00pm

Location: South Bend Police Department Regional Training Facility 701 W. Sample South Bend, IN. Park on the west side of the building and enter using the west entrance. The class will last approximately 1 hour.

If you own a firearm or are considering purchasing one this class will provide instruction on how to safely handle and store it. DO NOT bring your firearm to the class. Instructors will provide everything needed for the class.
For more information call Lt. Keith Schweizer (574) 235-5678 or e-mail him at kschweiz@southbendin.gov

SBPD Make Arrests in String of Arsons

2007-11-16T15:21:00.000-05:00

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The SBPD announces that three (3) arrests have been made in connection with a string of arson fires that have been set on the South and Southwest sides of the City.

Three male juveniles are currently being held at the Juvenile Justice Center (JJC) in connection with fires set on November 9th and 11th.

Juvenile #1, age 14, is being held on four (4) counts of Arson, Class B Felony (Nov. 9th and 11th fires, 1718/1801 S. Catalpa St and 230 E Milton St. & 231 E. Calvert St., respectively);
Juvenile #2, age 16, is being held on two (2) counts of Arson, Class B Felony (Nov. 9th fires, 230 E. Milton St. & 231 E. Calvert St.);
Juvenile #3, age 17, is being held on two (2) counts of Arson, Class B Felony (Nov. 9th fires, 230 E. Milton St. & 231 E. Calvert St.).

This investigation is ongoing and could be linked with as many as seven (7) additional arson fires (for a total of 11) committed in the area of Riley High School/ SB South Side, over the course of the last two months. It could also lead to other suspects and additional arrests.

The motive for these crimes appears to be a thrill/fascination with fire.

Anyone with information on these, or any other arson cases is asked to call the SBPD at 574.235.9263 or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP.

Fraud Alert: Counterfeit $100.00 Bills

2007-10-31T16:26:00.000-04:00

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The SBPD has noted a slight upsurge in the presence of counterfeit $100.00 bills in the area.

The most recent scheme involves taking a valid U.S. $5.00 note and chemically bleaching the image and numerals off of the bill. The paper is then sent through a printer that delivers the images and numerals common to a U.S. $100.00 bank note. Because the counterfeit is printed on valid U.S. Mint paper, it has the texture, feel and embedded fibers of money as well as not reacting to "counterfeit detection pens" that many retailers rely on to detect forged notes.

The fraudulent bills do however have a few errors that a cautious person can detect. The watermark on the counterfeits still bears the image of Abraham Lincoln when it should, obviously be Benjamin Franklin and the embedded fiber strip in the bill (called the Thread) still reads "USA Five". Also, the ink on some of the forged bills will smear if rubbed, and the "100" printed with what is supposed to be color-shifting ink is not.

So far, two of these bills have made it to small businesses in South Bend, however, fraud investigators report these bills being circulated and/or recovered from Chicago to the counties of Northeastern Indiana.

Another Stolen Property Bust Nets Items and Cash

2007-10-26T15:10:00.000-04:00

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On 10-25-2007, the SBPD conducted another search warrant, this time in Western St. Joseph County, with regard to a stolen property "fencing" operation. Shortly before 11:00 AM, officers arrived at the residence of Louis J. Rudynski, male, age 82, located at 29898 U. S. 20 West, New Carlisle. South Bend Police investigators again infiltrated an operation that has been allegedly knowingly and intentionally purchasing stolen proceeds from burglaries, larcenies and shoplifting, only to sell the items at out of town flea markets. Undercover officers were used to sell items purported as stolen, which were recovered during the search, as well as locating other items of interest. Along with various tools and hardware items seized, a pick-up truck, a quantity of handguns, collector coins and in excess of $25,000.00 in cash were removed from the premises.

Mr. Rudynski and his wife Ruth were at home during the search and after the operation was conducted they were not taken into custody. The entire case will be submitted to the St. Joseph County Prosecutors Office for review. The activities of these individuals could possibly reach into other counties in Indiana or Michigan. The SBPD is committed to infiltrating and dismantling stolen property and burglary rings operating in the area.

One specific lesson that can be passed-on to contractors, residents or workers that risk the theft of expensive tools is that of diligently copying serial numbers and registering the items with the manufacturer. Many, many items of value, including construction equipment, are lodged into our evidence and property rooms daily with no hope of being re-united with their owners, despite having clearly visible serial numbers.

Arrest Made In Connection to Seven Bank Robberies

2007-10-25T15:18:00.000-04:00

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On Saturday, October 20, 2007 at approximately 11:10 AM, the Notre Dame Federal Credit Union located at 3457 N. Portage Avenue was robbed . A lone male, armed with a handgun robbed the institution before fleeing in a Tan Nissan. An alert citizen saw the suspect and noted the license plate number of the getaway vehicle. At that point, uniform officers conducted an exhaustive investigation that led to the positive identification and arrest of the suspect in this case.

Later, detectives with the SBPD Investigative Division interviewed this man and determined that he was the culprit in an additional six (6) South Bend bank robberies that are now considered resolved. Major Case Unit Detective Sgt. Ronald Nowicki is in charge of the investigations. The suspect is currently being held at the St. Joseph County Jail for Violation of Parole, No-bond Warrant and a State charge of Robbery.

This case has been presented to Federal Authorities for possible charges in U.S. District Court.

Suspect is one:

Renell D. Baker, male 49, of South Bend.

Arrested after robbing:
Notre Dame FCU, 3457 N. Portage, 10-20-07.

Connected to robberies of:

Key Bank, 2806 Lincoln Way West, 09-11-07;
MFB, 100 E. Wayne, 07-25-07;
Chase Bank, 211 W. Washington, 06-09-07;
LaSalle Bank, 130 S. Main, 03-13-07;
MFB, 100 E. Wayne, 01-29-07;
Key Bank, 2806 Lincoln Way West, 12-13-06

South Bend Students to Take Pledge Against Gun Violence

2007-10-23T10:29:00.001-04:00

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On Wednesday, October 24, 2007, at 10:00 AM, the student body of Navarre Intermediate Center will participate in an assembly where they will sign a "Student Pledge Against Gun Violence".

Principal Derrick White and Superintendent Bob Zimmerman will welcome Mayor Stephen Luecke, Prosecutor Michael Dvorak, Assistant U.S. Attorney Barbara Brook and Police Chief Thomas Fautz as Chief Fautz administers the Student Pledge.

This signed and affirmed pledge is the student's oath that they will not participate in gun violence in our community. All South Bend students will be participating in this national event that has been in existence since 1996.

Officers To Receive Upgraded Traffic Safety Vests

2007-10-17T08:53:00.000-04:00

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"The number of law enforcement officers killed in the United States soared by 44 percent during the first six months of 2007, and for the first time in three decades, more than 100 officer deaths were recorded by the halfway point of the year, according to preliminary statistics from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) and Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS). Of the 101 officers killed during the first half of 2007, 45 died in traffic-related incidents. That's an increase of 36 percent from the 33 traffic-related fatalities during the first six months of 2006."

In response to this troubling statistic, the SBPD has been increasing it's efforts to sharpen officers proficiency on emergency vehicle operations. In conjunction with driver training, the department is issuing a new generation of traffic safety vest to address the danger in officers walking on the open roadway.

The department is deploying the new generation of traffic safety vest this week and hopes that all officers will have the equipment for this Saturday's Notre Dame football traffic detail, which will have in excess of 45 SBPD officers in the streets managing traffic flow in darkness. Officers have been issued reflective vests for years, however this new generation of vest conforms with mandatory, 2008 American National Standard Institute (ANSI) standards along with homeland security standards for emergency personnel designation. The vests were custom made for the SBPD by MTS Safety Products to allow access to the gun/duty belt as well as break-away if the officer becomes entangled with a vehicle or a suspect pulls at the vest.

Search Warrant Nets Stolen Property

2007-10-12T17:21:00.000-04:00

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The SBPD in collaboration with SJCPD and other local law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant at 55315 Ash Rd. (County Line) in Eastern St. Joseph County. The warrant is linked to an ongoing investigation regarding stolen merchandise that began in South Bend and led to this location.

Taken into custody was: Daniel Palka, male, age 40 of 55315 Ash Rd., Osceola.

Palka will be booked into the St. Joseph County Jail and charged with multiple Felony counts of Possession of Stolen Property. Several items ranging from power tools to construction equipment to Mopeds were seized and other items are in the process of being examined as possible stolen property. The case is being forwarded to the St. Joseph County Prosecutors Office at this time for possible additional charges.

Anyone with information on this individual or any stolen property enterprise is asked to call the SBPD Investigative Division at 574.235.9263 or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP

Serial Robbery Suspect Arrested

2007-10-12T15:21:00.000-04:00

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SBPD reports the arrest of a suspect who has been linked to at least four (4) local Robberies.

Police arrested Brandon Lohse, Male age 31, of Plymouth, Indiana, in connection with four robberies that had been committed in the city. They include:

Robbery to an 82 year old female resulting in her injury at the Wallgreens, 1351 N. Ironwood Dr., on 10-07-07;
Robbery to a 53 year old male outside of the Kitchenette Restaurant, 2221 S. Michigan St., on 10-06-07;
Robbery to a 44 year old male outside of Jovi's Lounge, 1907 S. Miami St., on 10-06-07;
Robbery to a 39 year old male outside of the Kitchenette Restaurant, 2221 S. Michigan St., on 10-03-07.

Lohse was booked into the St. Joseph County Jail under charges of: Robbery, Class B Felony and three (3) counts of Robbery, Class C Felony. Investigators have forwarded the cases to the Prosecutors Office. The names of additional co-conspirators have also been sent with the case for possible additional charges on other individuals. Investigators are looking into the possibility of this suspect being involved in other criminal activity in and around the City. Anyone with additional information on Lohse or his criminal activity is asked to call the SBPD Investigative Division at 574.235.9263 or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP

Lohse was originally arrested on 10-11-07 in the 900 block of 35th street as he and two other men were stopped by patrol officers. At that time, he was taken into custody due to outstanding arrest warrants and Driving While Suspended. Inside the vehicle (a Blue 1991 Chevy Astro Van) at the time was a stolen license plate that was reportedly used on the getaway car involved in the robbery to the 82 year old woman at the Wallgreens Store on 10-07-07.

Crime Analysis personnel and Investigative Division detectives were tracking the robberies in which similar suspect descriptions and vehicles (including the above van) were used. When the patrol officers seized the stolen getaway car plate and the above van, investigators were able to pinpoint their suspects.

This is an example of all of the elements of the police department coming together to solve a string of serial robberies, and take a dangerous offender off of the streets.

Afternoon Shooting Leaves Man Seriously Injured / UPDATE

2007-10-11T16:44:00.000-04:00

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At 12:12 PM on this date, the SBPD Communications Center received a call of a shooting in the 3600 block of Curtiss Dr., which is located in the Beacon Heights housing project.

Officers arrived and found a 19 year old South Bend man suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. He was rushed by SBFD ambulance to a local hospital where he is in stable condition.

Investigators are speaking with witnesses and have identified possible suspects in the shooting. It appears that the suspects and victim were aquainted and this was not a random act. Police were initially told that three male black subjects had fled the area after the shooting in a silver Chevrolet product.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the SBPD Investigative Division at 574.235.9263 or Crime Stoppers at 547.288.STOP

The investigation continues at this hour and a media release will be issued if any arrest(s) is/are made.
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UPDATE: 10-12-2007

At approximately 7:00 PM last evening, three suspects were taken into custody in connection with the shooting of Brandon Sutton in the 3600 Block of Curtiss Drive.

Taken into custody were:

Brian McNeill, male, age 23 of South Bend;
Brandon McNeill, male, age 20 of South Bend;
Lavar Labostrie, male, age 27 of South Bend.

The booking charges on all three suspects are: Aiming and Pointing a Firearm (Felony) and Possession of a Handgun (Misdemeanor). The investigators in this case continue to interview witnesses and expect to confer with prosecutors for additional charges if warranted.

Threat at Local High School Under Investigation

2007-10-05T16:34:00.000-04:00

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The SBPD is currently investigating a case in which a custodian at St. Joseph's High School (South Bend) discovered a written document that threatens a group of students. The threat is racially based against six African American students who attend St. Joseph's High. The students and their parents have been made aware of the situation and have already met with school and police officials.

We ask that any student or member of the community with knowledge of the identity of the individual(s) who authored this document immediately call the SBPD Communications Center at 574.235.9361 or Crime Stoppers at 574.288.STOP