Detectives from the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post are requesting the public’s help in identifying a man who was found deceased in rural Ripley County, Indiana yesterday.

Shortly after 10:00 am yesterday, April 27, troopers from the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post responded to a rural area west of Osgood, Indiana after a man was found deceased.  At this point, the man has not been identified and the cause of death is not known.

The man appeared to be a white male in his 30s or early 40s.  He was approximately 5 feet 7 inches, 160 pounds, with brown hair, brown eyes, and a beard.  He had distinct tattoos on his upper right arm (Attached picture).

An autopsy will be conducted today to determine a cause of death and to obtain more information to assist in identifying the man.

Anyone who believes they may know the identity of the man is urged to call Detective Tracy Rohlfing at the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post at (812)689-5000.  

On April 19, 2021, the Dubois County Prosecutor filed charges on Joann T. Voelkel due to a months-long investigation by the Indiana State Police in reference to a fatal accident that occurred on October 16, 2020, and claimed the life of Ruth A. Meyer.

Voelkel has been charged with one count of Reckless Driving Class A Misdemeanor and summons to the Dubois County Court.

On October 16, 2020, at approximately 6:35 PM EST, the Indiana State Police and the Dubois County Sheriff’s Department responded to a vehicle vs. utility tractor crash in northern Dubois County.

The crash occurred on County Road 675 North, west of Portersville Rd near the address of 4288 West 675 North. Preliminary investigation shows that at the time of the crash, Ruth A. Meyer, 60, of Jasper, was operating her lawnmower when she entered the roadway from the south into the path of a black 1996 Chrysler LHS driven by Joann T. Voelkel, 62, who was traveling west on County Road 675 North.

Voelkel was unable to avoid collision and struck the utility tractor.

Meyer was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of the crash.

Preliminary investigation shows that alcohol or drugs did not contribute to this crash. The crash is still under investigation by an Indiana State Police.

On April 24, 2021, Deputy William Morris conducted a traffic stop in Scottsburg.  An investigation led to the arrest of Keith Dixon, 57, of Scottsburg for Driving While Suspended Prior, Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Paraphernalia. 

On April 25, 2021, Deputy Zach Brown responded to a domestic situation in Scottsburg.  Upon arrival and investigation led to the arrest of two people.  Matthew Cole, 40, of Scottsburg was arrested for Domestic Batter Committed in the Presence of a Child Less Than 16 Years old and Domestic Battery.  Tiffany Cole, 37, of Scottsburg was arrested for Domestic Battery Committed in the Presence of a Child Less Than 16 Years of Age, Domestic Battery and Strangulation. 

On April 26, 2021, Deputy Jessica Dickey received a report of a female that was possibly intoxicated and headed to a school to pick up her children.  Shortly thereafter Deputy Dickey observed the alleged female suspect and began an investigation.  After completing the investigation, Valerie Best, 39, of Scottsburg was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Operating While Intoxicated and Neglect of a Dependent. 

On April 26, 2021, Deputy John Hartman responded to an address in rural Scott County in an attempt to serve an outstanding arrest warrant.  Upon arrival Kaylie Mullins, 22, of Austin was arrested on an arrest warrant for five charges of Failure to Appear, an additional arrest warrant out of Jackson County and an arrest warrant out of Clark County. 

On March 26, 2021, Deputy John Hartman responded to a vehicle accident on Marshfield Road.  Upon arrival an investigation led to the arrest of Cory Christensen, 36, of Scottsburg for Operating While Intoxicated Endangering a Person and Operating While Intoxicated. 

On April 26, 2021, Corporal Johnney Coomer and Deputy Skylar Thompson responded to a medical call in rural Scott County.  Upon arrival an investigation led to the arrest of Charlie Stacy, 46, of Scottsburg for Escape, Flees Lawful Detention. 

The annual 4th of July Parade and other events are being planned for the 191st celebration of our nation’s independence in Pekin on Monday, July 5. 

The Pekin Community Betterment Organization is holding meetings and organizing the events for this year’s celebration. 

Those who would like to be in the flea market, which was not held last year, can contact 812-620-5682 or  812-972-3509. 

PCBO President Taylor Humphrey said they were also looking for food vendors and participants in a tug of war event. 

The parade, prince and princess contest, and the annual Queen contest will be held on Monday, July 5. 

Information on other events, fireworks and the parade will be provided here soon. 

Entry information can be found below:

 Rules and regulations for the 4Th of July Queen Contest

July 4th Prince and Princess Contest