Winchester Crime Tips

04/05/2022

The Wi******er, Indiana Police Department is seeking information on the location of Zachary Thomas. Mr. Thomas is suspected of interacting online & via text message with a "14 yr old female decoy" and sending s*xually explicit photographs of himself to the decoy. Mr. Thomas had also taken significant steps in meeting the decoy in person. Any information on the whereabouts of Mr. Thomas can be sent to Capt. Bradley Cottrell at [email protected] or by telephone at (765)584-6845 ext. 2002. Mr. Thomas is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

07/22/2021

Don't forget about the WPD K-9 Fundraising event this Saturday at Goodrich Park! All proceeds go towards supporting the K-9 program.

05/19/2021

03/15/2021

A convicted s*x offender is accused of trying to arrange a s*xual encounter with a 15-year-old boy.

03/11/2021

Easily report non-emergency situations to police: when you see something suspicious nearby, use Relay and hear back from dispatched first responders.

02/12/2021

If you have any information pertaining to the whereabouts of Kyleigh, please contact Capt. Bradley Cottrell, (765)584-6891 ext. 2002 or [email protected]

10/19/2020

The Wi******er Police Department is seeking the assistance from our community to help identify the vehicles and persons in these videos. The persons in the videos are stealing political signs from private property. If you can identify the vehicles or persons, please contact Capt. Bradley Cottrell at (765)584-6891 ext. 2002 or [email protected]. Thank you for you assistance!

10/19/2020

The Wi******er Police Department is seeking the assistance from our community to help identify the vehicles and persons in these videos. The persons in the videos are stealing political signs from private property. If you can identify the vehicles or persons, please contact Capt. Bradley Cottrell at (765)584-6891 ext. 2002 or [email protected]. Thank you for you assistance!

09/03/2020

Golf carts may be operated in city streets which have a posted speed limited of 20 miles per hour or less. Golf carts may not be operated on sidewalks or on the following national or state highways, except to cross said highways at intersections in a path 90° to said highways: State Road 32 (Washington Street); and U.S. 27. Golf carts may not be operated on any city street with a posted speed limit of more than 20 miles per hour.
PLEASE STAY OFF OF HIGHWAY 32 (Washington Street) U.S. 27( Main Street)

03/26/2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 26, 2020
CONTACT: Dr. Ken Sowinski, Randolph County Health Officer, 765-584-1155

Randolph County Health Department reports first cases of COVID-19
The Randolph County Health Department is reporting Randolph County’s first two presumptive positive cases of Covid-19. One resident is currently hospitalized, and the other is recovering at home.
As of 11:59 pm 3/25/2020, the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) reports 645 confirmed cases in the state with 17 deaths.
The Randolph County Health Department has been working with the individuals and health care systems to identify close contacts that may have been exposed. These contacts will be contacted and assessed for symptoms, advised and monitored accordingly.
There is no vaccine to prevent Covid-19. The best way to prevent illness is to avoid exposure to the virus. Take the Governor’s “stay-at-home” order seriously. Additionally, assure that you:
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• If you work for an “essential business”, stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Symptoms of COVID-19 include cough, fever and shortness of breath. It can range from minor symptoms to severe illness. Anyone who experiences symptoms compatible with COVID-19 is urged to contact a healthcare provider by phone for advice.
Do not go to the hospital emergency room unless essential. Essential would include shortness of breath, dizziness, or severe illness. The safest place for you is in your own bed unless you have the aforementioned symptoms that may require hospitalization. If you need to be seen be sure you call ahead so the medical personnel can care for you safely.
PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO YOUR FAMILY PHYSICIAN OR HOSPITAL AND DO NOT ARRIVE UNANNOUNCED TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM OR DOCTOR’S OFFICE. THE BEST PLACE FOR TREATMENT IS IN YOUR HOME.