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Evansville man accused of fentanyl dealing using Snapchat sentenced to 20 years in federal prison
According to court documents, Leach is responsible for dealing fentanyl resulting in at least three overdoses, one of which resulted in the death of a 19-year-old. Documents also state Leach advertised fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills over Snapchat to hundreds of recipients using the alias “Mel.”
Scottie Scheffler arrested ahead of PGA Championship
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- World No. 1 golfer, Scottie Scheffler was detained by police following an altercation with Louisville Police on Friday morning. According to ESPN, Scheffler was arrested after trying to drive around the scene of a fatal accident outside of the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville in order to enter the facility. Scheffler allegedly […]
EFD responds to gas leak that went into sewer lines
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Evansville Fire Department (EFD) responded to a gas leak on May 16. Officials say this happened at 2:02 p.m. at Walnut Street and Evans Avenue. EFD responded to the scene and was informed the leak may have been going into the sewer lines. EFD immediately began air monitoring for natural […]
Owensboro holds dedication to late City Commissioner
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- The City of Owensboro will honor the memory and legacy of former City Commissioner Larry Maglinger. Maglinger passed away in April of 2023, while serving as City Commissioner and was a beloved figure in the community and a frequent performer at the Overlook Stage located on Owensboro’s riverfront. To honor him, the […]
Evansville Police searching for missing teenager
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Evansville Police are asking for tips in finding a missing teenager. Police say that they are looking for 14 year old, Chy’laye Kay. Anyone with information on her whereabouts should call the Detective’s Office at 812-436-7900.
Friday After 5 opening night cancelled
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- The opening night of Friday After 5 has been cancelled. The summer event that takes place in Owensboro on Fridays throughout the summer will postpone its opening night due to weather according to Friday After 5 President, Starling Lambert. Due to the cancellation, the Friday After 5 season will be extended by […]
Habitat for Humanity of Henderson dedicates latest home
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- The Habitat for Humanity of Henderson dedicated its latest home on Friday. The home, located in the 1500 block of Oak Street, marks the city’s eighty-second habitat project. The owners recently closed on the property and say that they have big plans for summer cookouts in their new back yard. The dedication […]
Suspect in Henderson Island fire pleads guilty
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- A trial that was set for the suspect in last year’s Henderson Island fire will no longer take place. Cole Bell of Chandler, pleaded guilty to setting fire to Henderson Island last November according to the Commonwealth attorney. Authorities were able to connect Bell to the case after a truck registered in […]
Fortress of Fun set to be demolished
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Following an inspection of the Fortress of Fun playground in Newburgh, the Parks and Recreation Board has officially decided to close the town staple. The playground was initially announced to be demolished in March, but was met with mixed reactions from Newburgh residents, with the Parks and Recreation Board saying that it […]
EPD discusses swift response in standoff and K9 arrest
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Less than 10 seconds after jumping out of a stolen vehicle, suspect Shawn Grigsby was taken down. The truck’s owner says he was mowing when he saw Grigsby climb into the truck. Police say Grigsby tried to flee but crashed into a pole, forcing the vehicle to become stuck. “He gave […]
Witnesses describe ‘surreal’ K9 arrest
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Witnesses of the standoff and K9 arrest of suspect Shawn Grigsby call the scene “surreal”. Ashley Gregg works at a home healthcare facility on Green River Road and was getting coffee at a restaurant when she noticed a heavy police presence. That’s when she and her co-workers huddled outside their office […]
Brad Byrd inDEPTH: K9 Officer Orkan in the studio
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – To serve and protect. Sometimes that goes right down the leash. Earlier today, we saw it first hand. Evansville Police Department K9 Officer Orkan, a true blue blood, taking down a suspect who was making tracks fast. Orkan and his handler K9 Officer Jaylen Blair and Sgt. Corey Offerman joined Brad […]
3 Owensboro events planned for this weekend
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Owensboro Cricket Association and Gujrati Samaj of Tri-State announced three new events in partnership with Visit Owensboro. Holi Celebration will be part of Friday After 5 on May 17 from 6 p.m. to 19 p.m. at McConnell Plaza. Officials say the festival will feature Bollywood music, food trucks and various […]
K9 captures stolen vehicle suspect in Evansville
A standoff in Evansville ends on North Green River Road, after a suspect runs from police and is brought down by a K9 officer. it all unfolded on the busy business corridor south of Morgan Avenue. The Evansville Police Department has identified the suspect who stole a truck as 35-year-old Shawn Grigsby.
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