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The ‘G-Word’: Why law enforcement won’t talk about gangs | WSBT
by CpU on Feb.06, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News, Video
| WSBT Reports: The ‘G-Word’: Why Law Enforcement Won’t Talk About Gangs by Kristin Bien
Ever wonder why you don’t hear about Gangs on the News in South Bend, IN? Is it better to ignore their existence to the public? Doesn’t that give us the false sense of protection? |
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Updated: Tarwacki Murder Investigation: Niles, Michigan
by CpU on Feb.06, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News, Video
| WSBT Reports: Michigan State Police release composite sketch in Niles murders By Troy Kehoe
Information: Burial: Silverbrook Cemetery (Map) |
Police are still looking for the killer. If you have any information about this investigation then please contact the State Police. Number listed at end of post.
John and Carolyn Tarwacki had close ties to the community and have shaken up this small town…
The candlelight vigil was shared with family and friends in memory of John and Carolyn Tarwacki. You can see the affect they had on the community…
Another Video from WSBT: Friends remember murdered Niles couple by Kristin Bien
(Not the same video)
Suspect Description
Description of a “suspicious person” seen near the Tarwacki’s home early Friday morning.
White male Medium build Between 20 and 30 years old Brown hair Police are asking anyone who might have seen him to call them at (269) 683-4411.
WSBT: Niles Couple Killed inside their Home had Close Ties to Community By Troy Kehoe
Final autopsy reports will help the State Police, but still are looking for any information. So far they have had over 100 tips on the case. The autopsies will not be released at this time.
UPDATE: The police have noted that the deaths were “brutal” from the autopsy reports.
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- WSBT – Michigan State Police release composite sketch in Niles murders
- WSBT – Hundreds pay respects for Tarwackis during funeral
- Niles Star – John and Carolyn Tarwacki had close ties to the community and have shaken up this small town…
- WSBT – Family, friends of slain Niles couple focus on happy memories at candlelight vigil
- Fox 28 – Candlelight vigil planned for Niles homicide victims
- eTruth – Detectives investigate double homicide in Cass County
- South Bend Tribune – Probe of Niles slaying ongoing
- WNDU - UPDATE: State Police investigate double murder in Niles
- Nile Star - BREAKING: Murder suspected in death of Niles Couple
- WSBT – Niles Couple Killed inside their Home had Close Ties to Community
Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday | WSBT
by CpU on Feb.03, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News
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Read the full article at: Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday on WSBT.com
SOUTH BEND — A 21-year-old man accused in the execution-style shooting of an acquaintance is to go on trial Monday. Guest Post: Tribune Staff Report |
Brandon Phillips is charged with murder and criminal confinement in the shooting death of 20-year-old Marcus Rice.
Rice’s body was found Feb. 5, 2009, in a rural area near Dorn Road. Authorities say he was killed after a drug dispute between acquaintances of Phillip’s.
Read the full article at: Murder trial in execution-style slaying to begin Monday on WSBT.com
Anthony Frick – Accused rapist pleads guilty again (South Bend)
by CpU on Feb.02, 2010, under Article Responses, Michiana, Michiana News
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“SOUTH BEND — The trial for a 24-year-old man accused of rape has been canceled after he pleaded guilty Monday for the second time.”
Read Accused rapist pleads guilty for second time on WSBT By: ALICIA GALLEGOS, Tribune Staff Writer (Source) |
Anthony Frick plead guilty of rape which will save time on a trial and our tax money…
“Anthony Frick pleaded guilty this afternoon to rape and two counts of criminal deviate conduct, all A felonies, along with impersonating a police officer, a Class D felony.”
Anthony was accused of these charges after an incident where he was intoxicated. Frick impersonated a police officer to gain entry into an elder ladies home. He then attacked, raped, and threatened this 67-year old women with her life.
“Frick faces 60 to 153 years in prison at sentencing, scheduled for March 9.”
Now I knew Anthony about 6 years ago from Penn High School, along with his brother. I guess I would say I would have never guessed that he would do something like this, but things change in 6 years. Reading Anthony Frick’s Myspace Page it talks about Beer and Girls mostly, with a little mention of his 1-year-old daughter…
Quoted from Anthony Frick’s Page:
“Who I’d like to meet: Girls who can drink alot of beer”
“Im 20 years old I like to drink alot of beer and have a good time. If im not drinking im working”
“shooting pool drinking beer and raising my 1 year old daughter”
“Movies: dont really care i usually dont watch them im doing better things during the movie”
“Books: nope dont read well maybe playboy”
“Heroes: your mom”
Hardly a model citizen… Reading his profile makes me dislike him even more…
Some people have made some rude comments about his family. They are in no way in any shape or form responsible for his actions. He is an adult, and he made his own decision. I’m sure it is hard enough for them already, and don’t need to be questioned about their own morals.
Read the entire store on WSBT: Accused Rapist Pleads Guilty for the Second Time by ALICIA GALLEGOS, Tribune Staff Writer
United Way provides free tax preparation – WSBT (South Bend – Michiana)
by CpU on Feb.01, 2010, under Guest Post, Michiana, Michiana News
Read the Original Post @ WSBT: United Way provides free tax preparation
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By Alyssa Rossomme (arossomme@wsbt.com)
SOUTH BEND — The envelopes from your bank and employer may be starting to pile up at home. It is the time of year people are starting to do their taxes. The United Way is helping local residents keep pennies in their pocket, by offering free tax preparation for those in need. |
Trained tax advisers, including some former accountants, will be at many sites throughout South Bend, Elkhart, and Plymouth in the next couple of months. The volunteers will prepare and file taxes for free, for people who need the help most.
Tiffany Reddick is one of the tax assistance volunteers. Last year, she was one of the people who benefited from the free service.
“They were looking to help me get as much money as possible. You know, they weren’t just rushing through everything. They were taking their time, asking me questions, making sure I was getting everything I could get,” Reddick said.
“The benefit we’re looking to help people with is to keep their money in their pocket,” said Dawn Chapla of the United Way of St. Joseph County. “That’s kind of a plain way to say it.”
This year, the United Way ramped up its volunteer income tax assistance program because of a growing need. More than 75 volunteers, like Reddick, will file refunds for up to 2000 families in this area.
“There are a lot of people who don’t have work or whose incomes are diminished for a number of reasons ‒ or are afraid they will be one of those who won’t have incomes they’ve been used to ‒ so saving every penny is important,” said Kay Ball of the United Way of St. Joseph County.
Reddick said she not only saved money on the preparation, she also got a bigger return than she ever had before.
The tax preparers will make sure every person who uses the free service receives the earned income tax credit if they qualify. The government credit gives low-income workers a portion of their paid taxes back. It can give those families a couple extra thousand dollars to help pay their bills.
To benefit from the tax assistance program, call 211 to set up an appointment. There are 9 sites throughout St. Joseph, Marshall, and Elkhart counties. They will let you know what items you need to bring with you.
Read the Original Post @ WSBT: United Way provides free tax preparation
Men try to rob girls leaving Riley High School in South Bend – WSBT Reports (Air Gun Thugs)
by CpU on Jan.30, 2010, under Article Responses, Michiana, Michiana News
Read the full story on WSBT.com titled: Men try to rob girls leaving Riley High School in South Bend
No description of the Air Gun Thugs was given in the article, so if you have any information on this event please let the police know!
All I have to say is those 15-year old girls are very brave…
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DeMeyer out as resource officer at Penn – WSBT
by CpU on Jan.29, 2010, under Article Responses, Michiana, Michiana News
Read WSBT’s news story about DeMeyer’s departure from Penn High School as their resource officer.
(Image courtesy of Janar Stewart – Tribune)
Erin Blasko, Tribune Staff Writer states:
“Following allegations he inappropriately touched a female student, police and school officials have decided to remove Lt. Chris DeMeyer as resource officer at Penn High School.”
**Note, even though this is the other side of this story, I am in no way siding with either side. I know that WSBT is monitoring all of the comments posted about DeMeyer and removing anything negative in relation to this situation. I personally don’t find that right, but it is their website. They can moderate it how they please, and I am sure for good public relation reasons. If you think something is wrong then speak your peace about how you feel and let the other people decide if you are credible or not – The quoted items have their sources listed so you are welcome to follow up at their locations.**
Penn High School has gone through a few resource officers. Being a graduate of Penn High School in 2005, I’ve heard about many incidents revolving around school officers. I guess it goes to show that students don’t like being treated like criminals. Unfortunate that other student members of society have ruined normal schooling life with violence and misbehavior.
During a group search for a stolen iPod, a 17 year old female student felt she was violated by Lt. Chris DeMeyer during his search. Young teenage girls are sensitive about their bodies and those actions can cause misconceptions. I was reading a forum about DeMeyer where some posters seem to think that DeMeyer would do something along those lines… I don’t personally have any idea about DeMeyer but it appears he doesn’t have some fans here and there…
“Demeyer has a lot of twisted ideas and often speaks crudely in front of women. His past shows he does not care about women and thinks of them as objects. Could he have done this? yes I would believe that, so would alot of others that know him. It takes a lot of guts to stand up for what is right and go against a police officer. Good for the mom for taking a stand and bringing attention to it. Maybe Demeyer will finally get the help he needs.” – Citizen101 from the South Bend Tribune’s Forums
DeMeyer will be replaced by Cpl. Rebecca Childers, a female officer.
Cpl. Rebecca Childers, South Bend — Childers is a member of the St. Joseph County Police Department. She is in charge of the child seat safety program, is a certified child passenger safety technician, and also developed and runs a program to educate teens on the dangers of drunken driving. She also has worked with Drug Abuse Resistance Education to educate students about the effects of drugs and alcohol. She was a former officer at Schmucker Middle School
Information is from medicine.indiana.edu
Read more about DeMeyer out as resource officer at Penn by WSBT – Local News
An earlier article about Penn and Resource articles from WSBT about Sult’s replacement: DeMeyer…
Adkins Woodworks, Osceola Fire at Cabinet Shop
by CpU on Jan.29, 2010, under Article Responses, Michiana, Michiana News
12 Employees didn’t make it to work today because at 5:00 AM this morning their work was burning down. This is unfortunate to hear, and I hope things go well for all of those employees and families in tough times like these.
WSBT reports about the Fire in Osceola At Cabinet Shop
(Photo courtesy of WSBT)
Quoted WSBT:
WSBT-TV reports those who were in the building were able to get out safely. There are no homes near the scene of the fire, but power lines are a concern in the area. A train has been prevented from traveling through the area of the fire, and roads have been blocked near the fire.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
State of the Union – Live 2010 – Barack Obama
by CpU on Jan.27, 2010, under Michiana News, News, Random
I will be posting thoughts and comments through out the address underneath the video so you might want to refresh on occasion.
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
An overall shot of the State of the Union speech area just before Barack Obama shows up.
Cali Carlin from CBS News is the Host tonight for this State of the Union Pre-Address.
Mark Knoller from CBS News gets upfront and personal about what the president will be mentioning during his speech.
Just a funny cartoon. I am curious how he will explain his spending now?
DWD: December unemployment levels up in Elkhart County | WSBT
by CpU on Jan.22, 2010, under Advice, Michiana, Michiana News
Being a Michiana Resident and working in Elkhart, it is hard for me to see this happening again. Lets keep fighting Elkhart – we will get through these tough times. I am currently on a mission to start bringing jobs back to Elkhart with my companies newest product launch that we hope will hit the world by storm. Keep fighting and never give up. That’s what Indiana people do!
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