Martin County Dispatch News Today

WABASH VALLEY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)-- WTWO has received reports of tornadoes and ping-pong-ball sized hail following a strong line of storms that swept through the Wabash Valley Sunday. A tornado warning was issued for multiple counties across the area throughout the afternoon, including portions of Martin, Greene and Daviess counties. The Daviess County central dispatch office [...]

Martin County Sheriff William Snyder said the agency is facing a critical hiring shortage across the board, from dispatchers to deputies on the street.

jsorensen@fairmontsentinel.com FAIRMONT — A Fairmont man is facing a felony charge in Martin County. Jarod Ross Mathiason, 36, has been charged with one count of assault in the third degree, which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. According to the complaint: At approximately 6:31 p.m. on January 28, 2021, Martin County Dispatch advised Fairmont Police Officers of an assault that took place at Live Fit & Wellness in Fairmont. Dispatch further mentioned that ...

FAIRMONT — A Kellogg, Minnesota man is facing a felony charge in Martin County. David Ray Collier, 31, has been charged with receipt and possession of stolen property, which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine. According to the complaint: At approximately 6:20 p.m. on November 24, 2020, Martin County Dispatch informed local law enforcement that a dark colored Toyota Rav4 had been reported stolen and was seen in Martin County. Fairmont Police were requested to m...