A Dodge Charger police patrol car. From neighborhood spats, to seat-belt enforcement and criminal activity, the Columbus Police Department has been directed to be more proactive in its work with the public. The idea is to make a difference in the community before problems escalate, or even start. (Joe Harpring | The Republic)
JENNINGS COUNTY
Arrests
Friday
Joshua Sanon, 18, North Vernon, auto theft, 2:50 p.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, $1,055 bond.
Alissa Loper, 28, North Vernon, warrant, 10:15 p.m., by the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, no bond.
