05/29/2026
I stand with Sue Finkam for Carmel Mayor.
The recent events affecting Hamilton County families are deeply concerning, and I share Sue’s belief that our residents deserve better. People should be able to feel safe in their homes, neighborhoods, schools, and places of business without wondering whether repeat offenders are being allowed to continue putting others at risk.
As leaders, our responsibility is to put the safety of our communities first. That means supporting our law enforcement officers, advocating for policies that protect residents, and working with partners throughout Central Indiana to address challenges that impact us all.
I firmly believe Hamilton County’s future depends on strong regional relationships, including continued collaboration with Marion County leaders and public safety agencies. We accomplish more when we work together, communicate openly, and focus on solutions that protect families across our region.
Sue Finkam has been a strong voice on this issue, and I support her call for a system that prioritizes public safety and delivers better outcomes for our communities.
The people of Hamilton County deserve leadership that will speak up, work together, and take action. I remain committed to doing exactly that.
If I told you that one man since 2020 has faced over 30 criminal cases in Indiana, including most being felony charges in Marion County for theft, resisting law enforcement, drug offenses, residential entry, auto theft, and criminal trespass, would you expect him to be in jail?
Me too.
Recently, he allegedly committed a violent crime against Carmel residents, injured a victim and terrorized a family.
Unacceptable.
Let me ask what many residents are likely thinking: How does this happen?!
Carmel and other donut county residents pay the price when repeat offenders in Marion County cycle through the system without accountability. Our residents deserve to be safe. And police officers, who repeatedly do their jobs and put themselves in harm’s way, deserve a system that works alongside them.
We’ve invested in more personnel, technology and partnerships to keep Carmel safe. Enough is enough. This cannot be our new normal. It’s time Marion County does their part and holds criminals accountable.