Mitchell Police Department, Indiana

08/19/2026

**OWNER LOCATED**

Does anyone recognize this dog? Located in the area of Rabbitsville and Doc Hamilton and VERY friendly. Appears to be abandoned and will be held at the Mitchell Street Garage for the night. If you have any information, or questions, please reach out to the Lawrence County Sheriff's Department.

07/24/2026

A huge thank you to Ruler Foods for their generous donation of bottled water through their Hydrate Your Heroes campaign!

We greatly appreciate their support of our local first responders and the Mitchell community. Thank you to Ruler Foods and everyone who has donated for helping to keep us hydrated this summer.

07/03/2026

06/29/2026

Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over

• Save the red, white and blue for the fireworks — not your rearview mirror. 🚔 Plan a sober ride this Fourth of July. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

• A DUI will ruin your Fourth of July. Schedule a rideshare, call a taxi or designate a sober friend to drive you home. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

• Spend July 4th with your family and friends — not with a DUI. 🚔 If you’re planning to drink, plan for a sober ride. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

• Let fireworks be the most memorable part of your night — not a DUI. 🎆 If you plan to drink this Fourth of July, designate a sober driver. Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

• If drinks are on your menu this July 4th, don’t drive. Avoid a DUI by arranging for a sober ride. 🚕 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

06/07/2026

*** ACCIDENT UPDATE - BROOK STREET ***

After reviewing additional information received during the course of this investigation, investigators have determined that the circumstances of this incident differ from what was initially reported.

We appreciate everyone who shared information and checked camera footage. At this time, we are no longer seeking information related to a vehicle involved in this incident.

Thank you for your assistance.