September 6, 2024
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Hearing set
Motion to dismiss will be argued in January
Special Judge Douglas Mawhorr issued a notice Friday scheduling a hearing for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, on a motion to dismiss Portland clerk-treasurer Lori Phillips’ lawsuit against Portland Police Chief Dustin Mock and investigator Jeff Hopkins.
PD dismissed from lawsuit
Judge allows case against chief, investigator to move forward
Special Judge Douglas K. Mawhorr dismissed the Portland Police Department from a lawsuit filed by clerk-treasurer Lori Phillips, though claims against the city, Police Chief Dustin Mock and investigator Jeff Hopkins remain active.
City suing former officer
Board of works votes to file suit for reimbursement of training
The city is seeking $14,977, the full amount of the reimbursement agreement for training at Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. The agreement calls for officers to repay all or a portion of that total if they leave Portland Police Department within three years of completing training.
Teen held for robbery attempt at store
16-year-old allegedly pointed gun at Pak-a-Sak employee
A Portland teen was arrested after he allegedly tried to rob a local convenience store.
Woman who died in Christmas fire has been identified
Portland resident found dead in home at Oakwood Manufactured Home Community
The woman who died in a fire on Christmas Day has been identified. Shirley M. Green, Portland, was found dead in her home at Oakwood Manufactured Home Community. Jay County Coroner’s Office received DNA results Tuesday from Indiana State Police Laboratory confirming Green’s identity, according to a press release.
Two officers hired
Board of works filled open positions at meeting Tuesday
During a special meeting Tuesday, Portland Board of Works hired Jagg Nunez and Jonathan Cave as police officers for the city. It also terminated the employment of former wastewater treatment plant superintendent Brad Clayton.
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