Frankfort Police Department

09/02/2026

Today marks Chief Scott Shoemaker’s 20-year anniversary with the Frankfort Police Department. Captain Brady Sorrells and I had the honor of recognizing him and presenting him with his 20-Year Anniversary Pin.

Twenty years of service is an incredible milestone and a testament to Chief Shoemaker’s dedication, leadership, and commitment to the citizens of Frankfort. Over the past two decades, he has built a career dedicated to serving this community and helping lead the men and women of the Frankfort Police Department.

Congratulations, Chief Shoemaker, on 20 years with the Frankfort Police Department! Thank you for your dedication and service to the citizens of Frankfort. Here’s to 2️⃣0️⃣ years! 🎉👏

Deputy Chief Cesar Muñoz

08/29/2026

This morning Detective Danner and Officer Alconedo are at Lafayette Jeff High School with other local departments assisting the ICJI and Rule the Road with their event. Officers are helping new teenage drivers learn the rules of the road along with how to interact with law enforcement on traffic stops. Whether it’s our community or other communities, the Frankfort Police Department take the safety of new teenage drivers very seriously! 🛣️🚗🚓🛑

08/27/2026

Richard Henson is in custody. I want to thank the public for the tips, FPD Detective Eric Booth and the New Mexico State Police for their efforts in quickly apprehending Henson. The victims have been notified that he is in jail.

He will now await extradition back to Indiana and face sentencing for crimes we alerted the public to yesterday.

Chief Scott Shoemaker

08/26/2026

Update 8/27/26- he is in custody. See new post.

Frankfort Man Found Guilty of S*x Crimes, Warrant Issued for Arrest

Frankfort, IN (August 26, 2026)- On August 25, 2026, 77-year-old Richard Q. Henson, of Frankfort, was found guilty by a jury (charges below) in Clinton County Circuit Court. Henson was arrested by Frankfort Police Detectives in February of 2025. Henson failed to show for a bond revocation hearing on August 19, 2026 and has not been seen since. He is currently wanted on a warrant. If you have any information about his location, contact the Frankfort Police Department.

“I want to thank the detectives, as well as the Clinton County Prosecutor’s Office for their work on this case,” stated Chief Scott Shoemaker. “Henson, while out on bond, has failed to present himself for trial and
needs located.”

Counts/Convictions-

01.
35-42-4-3(b)/F4: Child Molesting-Fondling or touching with child under 14
• Finding of Guilty

02.
35-42-4-3(b)/F4: Child Molesting-Fondling or touching with child under 14
• Finding of Guilty

05.
35-42-4-9(b)(1)/F5: S*xual Misconduct with a Minor committed by person at least 21 years old.
• Finding of Guilty

06.
35-42-4-9(b)(1)/F5: S*xual Misconduct with a Minor committed by person at least 21 years old.
• Finding of Guilty

07.
35-42-4-9(b)(1)/F5: S*xual Misconduct with a Minor committed by person at least 21 years old.
• Finding of Guilty

08.
35-42-4-9(b)(1)/F5: S*xual Misconduct with a Minor committed by person at least 21 years old.
• Finding of Guilty

09.
35-46-1-8(a)/F6: Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor-Crime is a Misd and Child is under 16
• Finding of Guilty

11.
35-46-1-8(a)/F6: Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor-Child under 18 commits a Level 6 Felony
• Finding of Guilty

12.
35-46-1-8(a)/F6: Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor-Child under 18 commits a Level 6 Felony
• Finding of Guilty

08/25/2026

Congratulations to our officers celebrating their anniversary in August. We appreciate your dedication and service to The City of Frankfort, Indiana!

08/24/2026

We want to welcome our newest officer, Ben McGinnis. Ben comes to us with 2.5 years of police service with another agency. We are excited to welcome him to our team!

08/20/2026

Multiple areas of high water in our city. If you have to get out please use caution. Frankfort Sewer Department has crews out to help clear roadways. We urge you to avoid unnecessary travel right now. Too many roadways affected to list here. We had a lot of rain in a short timeframe.

08/18/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
08/18/2026

Frankfort Police Department to increase impaired driving enforcement ahead of Labor Day

FRANKFORT, IN— As summer winds down, FPD is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to increase patrols and conduct sobriety checkpoints as part of the annual Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over national enforcement campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Through the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program (CHIRP), an ICJI initiative that provides federal funding for local traffic safety enforcement, officers statewide will work overtime beginning August 19 through September 7, 2026, to identify and stop motorists under the influence of drugs and alcohol.

“Our officers are seeing the consequences of impaired driving far too often,” said Lieutenant Ruben. “As we enter the final weeks of summer, we’re asking every driver to make responsible decisions. A sober ride isn’t just the safest option—it’s the choice that saves lives.”
Preliminary data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) shows that in 2025, nearly 23% of Indiana’s traffic fatalities involved alcohol, and more than 41% involved drug impairment.

“Impaired driving continues to be one of the most serious threats on our roadways, and we’re focused on reducing these tragedies through education and enforcement,” said Douglas Huntsinger, executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. “This year’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign reminds everyone that impaired driving is preventable. When you choose a sober ride, you’re helping protect your community and ensuring everyone makes it home safely.”

In Indiana, it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher, although drivers can be arrested at any BAC level if an officer believes they are impaired.

Have a Plan Whether You're Driving, Riding, or Hosting:

• Before drinking, plan a safe and sober ride home.
• Don’t let someone get behind the wheel if they've been drinking.
• If you’re hosting a gathering, make sure all your guests have a sober ride home.
• If you see an impaired driver, call 911. Always wear your seat belt — it’s your best defense against impaired drivers.

The “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign, administered by ICJI, is supported with federal traffic safety funds provided by the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For more information on impaired driving, visit www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving/drunk-driving.

LT Josh Ruben #306
Frankfort Police Department
765-654-4431

Every day, about 32 people in the United States die in drunk-driving crashes — that's one person every 44 minutes. In 2024, 11,904 people died in

08/13/2026

We want to thank Schulz IGA and Catering by C&R for donating food to our joint investigation cook-out with the Clinton County Sheriff's Office. Schulz IGA was generous enough to donate the pork burgers while C&R made a delicious side dish and dessert for our detectives.

07/28/2026

Congratulations to our officers celebrating an anniversary in July!