Indiana State Police Jasper Post

06/23/2026

Lane closure planned for State Road 56 in Orange County

ORANGE COUNTY IN – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces alternating lane closures for State Road 56 in Orange County.

Beginning on or around Monday, June 29, crews will begin alternating lane closures on State Road 56 in French Lick. This lane closure will occur over French Lick Creek.

Alternating lane closures will allow a bridge deck overlay project. This project is expected to take two weeks to complete, depending on the weather.

One lane of traffic will remain open during this work. Traffic will be controlled with a temporary signal. This lane closure is part of a larger project to improve State Road 56 in French Lick. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

06/23/2026

Lane closures planned for I-64 in Dubois, Spencer, and Perry Counties

DUBOIS/SPENCER/PERRY COUNTIES IN – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for I-64 in Dubois, Spencer, and Perry Counties.

Beginning on or around Monday, June 29, crews will begin lane closures on I-64 near Ferdinand. These lane closures will occur in the eastbound and westbound passing lanes between the 66 mile marker to the 72 mile marker.

Lane closures will allow for pavement patching operations. Work is expected to take a week to complete, depending on the weather. One lane of traffic will remain open during this project. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

06/22/2026

Traffic Stop Leads to OVWI

Dubois County – Early Sunday morning, June21, Trooper Kayla Denk-Mundy was working on Portersville Road near Jasper. Trooper Denk-Mundy stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation. Trooper Denk-Mundy made contact with the driver who was identified as Jesse Cox. While speaking with Cox, Trooper Denk-Mundy observed visible signs of impairment. Cox was transported to Deaconess Memorial Medical Center in Jasper for a chemical test. Cox was arrested and transported to the Dubois County Jail where he is being held on bond.

Arrested and Charges:

• Jesse Cox, 44, Dubois, IN.
Operating While Intoxicated – Class A Misdemeanor


Arresting Officer – Trooper Kayla Denk-Mundy
Assisting Officer – Dubois County Sheriff’s Office


All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law

06/22/2026

!!!!!Warnings are now coming into Dubois County!!!!!

Multiple tornados spotted in Gibson County going east. Please keep your eye on the weather. Storms should be in the area shortly! 🌪️ 🌪️ 🌪️

06/18/2026

Work set to begin on intersection improvement project at intersection of State Road 162 and State Road 64 in Dubois County

DUBOIS COUNTY IN – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for intersection improvements of State Road 64 and State Road 162.

Beginning on or around Monday, June 29, crews will begin work to install a roundabout at the intersection commonly known as the Bretzville Junction near Jasper.

Crews will begin with preliminary construction work that includes temporary widening and Phase 1 construction preparation at the intersection. This initial work will require lane closures at the intersection in all directions. One lane will remain open in active work zones and a flagger will be utilized for traffic control.

Preliminary work is expected to take a week to complete. Phase 1 of construction on this intersection improvement project is expected to begin on or around July 6th. Construction of the roundabout is expected to last through October. All work is dependent on weather. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Fifty-seven years ago on this date we lost Sergeant George W. Campbell.

Sergeant George Campbell suffered a fatal heart attack while arresting a trucker who attempted to pass the weigh station near Putnamville.

As he exited his vehicle to conduct the traffic stop one half-mile east of the weigh station, he collapsed.

Sergeant Campbell, from Brazil, was a U.S Army veteran of WWII and had served with the Indiana State Police for nearly 19 years and was assigned to the Putnamville post.

He was survived by his wife, mother and brother.


We will always remember, forever honor, and respect those who serve in their memory!

06/16/2026

Lane closure planned for I-64 in Perry County

PERRY COUNTY IN – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a lane closure for I-64 in Perry County.

Beginning on or around Wednesday, June 17, crews will close the eastbound driving lane of I-64 near St. Croix. This lane closure will occur near the 75-mile marker.

This emergency lane closure will allow crews to repair a developing sink hole under the roadway. Work is expected to last through the end of August, depending on the weather. One lane of traffic will remain open during this project. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution, and avoid distractions when traveling in and near work zones.

06/13/2026

Recently, Trooper Nolan cited this motorist tor driving 90mph in a work zone on I-69. Please slow down for the safety of construction workers and other motorists!

06/11/2026

Earlier today, members of the Indiana State Police Mobile Field Force and the Indiana Army National Guard participated in coordinated Homeland Defender training exercises. The training included responses to simulated civil disturbances, allowing personnel to practice coordinated law enforcement tactics and operational decision-making.

As part of one scenario, an officer sustained a simulated injury, requiring an emergency medical evacuation by helicopter to test response capabilities and interagency coordination.

The Indiana State Police remain committed to ongoing training and preparedness efforts to ensure the highest level of service, safety, and protection for the citizens of Indiana.