El'Agance Shemwell

Evansville

Reporter at WEVV-TV (Evansville, IN)

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One dead after two-vehicle crash in Muhlenberg County

3 weeks ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

MUHLENBERG COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — One person is dead after a fatal crash in Muhlenberg County. The Muhlenberg County Sheriff's Department requested Kentucky State Police to investigate a two-vehicle collision on Highway 181. The preliminary investigation revealed that 22-year-old Tyler Caple of Cromwell, Kentucky, was traveling southbound on Highway 181 when he fell asleep and crossed into the northbound lane, striking 61-year-old Nevin Bard of Greenville, Kentucky.
Law enforcement searching for man accused of attempted human trafficking

2 months ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

DAVIESS COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — The Daviess County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a wanted man. 44-year-old James Thomas Paris is accused of attempted human trafficking and procuring/promoting the use of a minor by electronic means. Paris is described as a white male, 5'4, and 145 pounds. If you see Paris, you're asked to contact law enforcement immediately.
Man wanted for Murder in Indiana arrested after standoff in Owensboro

2 months ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — A man wanted for murder out of Gary, Indiana has been arrested after a standoff in Owensboro. Around 11:00 a.m. Friday morning the U.S. Marshals attempted to serve a warrant to 38-year-old Rashad Lamar Thompson in Owensboro. Police say Thompson then barricaded himself inside the home along Chickasaw Drive, which is near Tamarack Elementary School. After 5 hours, OPD says Thompson surrendered peacefully. 44News is working to learn more about the investigation.
Man arrested for attempted murder in connection to Friday morning shooting investigation

2 months ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — An arrest has been made in connection to a Friday morning shooting investigation. As we reported, EPD officers responded to the 100 block of S. Green River Road for a shots fired call. Once on scene, officers located a woman with minor injuries. We're told she had been struck by glass after a bullet went through the window of her room. The suspect has been identified as Xairus V. Hardin.
CenterPoint's rate increase will come in phases, says Senior Vice President for External Affairs

2 months ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

EVANSVILLE, IN. (WEVV) — CenterPoint Energy is speaking out after the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission approved a rate increase that was proposed by the company. As we reported, the IURC unanimously voted to approve the rate hike on Monday.
$500k pledged to new Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County

2 months ago | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Daviess County Fiscal Court has pledged a $500,000 matching contribution to the new Senior Community Center of Owensboro-Daviess County. This facility will sit at the northeast corner of West 2nd Street and Carter Road. It's currently located at 1650 West Second Street. For every dollar raised up to $500,000, Fiscal Court will match the donation dollar for dollar. The pledge is on top of the $2 million the county has already committed to the project.
KSP: Four suspects, including parents of baby Miya Rudd charged with murder

Jan 22, 2025 | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

OHIO COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — Four suspects facing charges in connection to the death of baby Miya Rudd have officially been charged with murder. Kentucky State Police Detectives with the help of KSP Crime Lab presented evidence to the Ohio County Grand Jury last week. The following suspects were indicted:Tesla N. Tucker (Mother)Cage C. Rudd (Father)Brodie C. PayneRicky J.
Storm debris drop-off sites available for Henderson County residents

Jan 21, 2025 | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

HENDERSON COUNTY, Ky. (WEVV) — Henderson County residents can soon take advantage of multiple storm debris drop-off sites. According to officials with the Henderson County Solid Waste and Recycling, county residents can take their storm debris to Sandy Lee Watkins Park, Henderson County Fairgrounds or the City of Robards. Trees and tree limbs will be accepted January 27th through March 1st.
DCSO: Warrant arrest leads to drug trafficking bust

Jan 15, 2025 | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — An Owensboro man has been arrested on drug trafficking charges after detectives served a warrant at his home. The Daviess County Sheriff's Office served a warrant on 26-year-old Colton Ford on Wednesday at a home along East Byers Avenue. According to officials, detectives noticed a strong odor of marijuana coming from inside the home. DCSO says after entering the home, they found Ford along with a female and 2 small children.
OPD: Traffic stop results in chase, two suspects arrested on drug charges

Jan 13, 2025 | wevv.com | El'Agance Shemwell

OWENSBORO, Ky. (WEVV) — Two men in Owensboro have been arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop and foot chase. According to OPD, officers initiated a traffic stop near W. 5th St and Locust St. on Sunday afternoon. When the vehicle came to a stop, two passengers exited and fled on foot.

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