Lebanon Fire Department (LFD)
News
July 10, 2010
Busy start to weekend
Police have busy start to weekend: 3 pursuits in 24 hours, multiple arrests
Lebanon Police were kept busy Friday and early Saturday with 3 pursuits and multiple arrests, including a 78-year-old woman.
The first pursuit occurred Friday morning when a 15-year-old male juvenile, wanted on a pickup order from Juvenile court, fled from several police officers but was eventually captured.
Around 11:37 p.m. Friday night, Boone County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Kuntz began pursuing a fleeing vehicle throughout Lebanon after a traffic stop. Lebanon Police assisted and eventually became the primary unit during the chase. The suspect, Thomas Gannon, was eventually captured at the intersection of Riley Road and Sam Ralston Road by police after the suspect crashed his car. During the incident a Lebanon Police car received minor damage when it was struck by the suspect. A Taser Electronic Control Device was used on Gannon during the incident and he faces a long list of charges by Deputy Kuntz.
Around 2 a.m., the rider of a motor scooter fled from Officer Eric Adams during an attempted traffic stop but after a short vehicle and foot chase, the suspect was taken into custody. Brian Gregg, 42, 4991 N. US 52N, Lebanon, was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated and Resisting Law Enforcement.
In the meantime, Lebanon officers also arrested 5 other people in unrelated incidents on alcohol-related charges.
Around 4:20 a.m., officers were called to an apartment on Lakeshore Drive in regards to a disturbance. While there, they discovered a 15-year-old male who was highly intoxicated, testing approximately .16% BAC on a portable breath test instrument. Based upon statements by the suspects that they had knowingly provided alcohol to the teen, the boy’s mother, grandmother and mother’s boyfriend were arrested.
Arrested were: Carolyn McAninch, 41, 201 Lakeshore Dr. Apt H, John Westfall, 45, same address and Margaret Cornett, 78, same address for Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor. The charges are enhanced as a Class C Felony. Westfall was also arrested on a warrant from Washington County.
Child Protective Services took custody of the young man.
June 29, 2010
Lebanon Police Announce July 4th plans
The Lebanon Police Department has announced the traffic plans and street closures for July 4th festivities.
The Lebanon parade route will be cleared of parked vehicles after 7 a.m. on the morning of July 4 for street cleaning and preparation. Vehicles left on the parade route after that time are subject to removal at owner’s expense.
The parade route will be closed to all vehicle traffic after 1:30 p.m. Vehicles on the parade route after that time will be subject to impoundment.
This year, police will be especially vigilant for spectators who move items such as tents, canopies and tables into the street at intersections. The only items that will be allowed in closed roadways are folding chairs or blankets. Also, visitors should also refrain from blocking side streets when parking as emergency vehicles might still require access to the area.
During the parade there will be no parking along Ulen Drive between North Outer Drive and Grant Street. While all southbound traffic will be diverted off Elizaville Road onto Grant Street, residents of Ulen Country Club will have access to enter and exit the area.
At certain intersections, such as Meridian & Camp Streets, safety lines will be painted on the pavement. Spectators will be required to stay behind those lines during the parade.
During the parade, the Lebanon Street entrance to Memorial Park will be open for access to the park.
Police will be directing traffic after the 10 p.m. fireworks display at the Lebanon Middle School. Traffic will be routed north and south from the area of Lebanon High School/Middle School area and motorists are asked to cooperate with officers by not attempting to drive against the designated flow of traffic.
June 04, 2010
Local men arrest on multiple drug, firearm charges
Lebanon Police arrested 2 men on multiple drug charges while investigating a firearms incident at an apartment on North Lebanon Street.
Approximately 1 p.m. on June 1, 2010, police were called to 715 N. Lebanon Street, Apartment 1, by Ryan Wethington, 21, same address. Wethington stated that he was arguing with two suspects in his apartment when one of them placed a gun to his head. The assailants left the apartment shortly thereafter and police were called.
As the call was being dispatched via radio to police, Officer T.J. Nelson and Capt. Chad Morgan happened to simultaneously sight the suspect’s vehicle northbound on Lebanon Street at Anderson Lane. They stopped the vehicle just north of Lebanon and took both suspects into custody.
During a search of the vehicle, a pistol, drugs and a packaged illegal methamphetamine lab with chemical precursors were discovered.
Arrested were:
Brian A. Tharp, 36, rural Lebanon: Possession of methamphetamine, class C felony; Possession of precursors, class C felony; Possession of a controlled substance, class C felony; Pointing a firearm, class D felony; Possession of handgun without a license, class A misdemeanor; Possession of marijuana, class A misdemeanor.
Austin B. Belford, 19, Thorntown: Possession of methamphetamine, class C felony; Possession of precursors, class C felony; Possession of a controlled substance, class C felony; Possession of Marijuana, class A misdemeanor.
The methamphetamine lab will be turned over to Indiana State Police for proper disposal.
The Boone County Sheriff’s Department also assisted Lebanon Police during this incident.
April 22, 2010
Shred-It Day
Shred It and Pharmacy Trash
Up to ten million people become victims of identity theft each year according to the Federal Trade Commission. Identity theft occurs when someone uses your name, social security number, credit card account or other personal information to commit a crime. In an effort to help you take the first steps toward protecting your identity, Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana is again partnering with Shred-it to hold a Community Shred Day on Saturday, April 24th, 2010.
The first step in deterring identity thieves is to protect your personal information. Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana realizes how important it is to properly dispose of those personal and business records you no longer need and how time consuming that process may be. Many people and small businesses have stored documents for years because they do not have the time or resources to properly dispose of them. On April 24th, 2010 for a tax deductible donation of $5 per banker box, you can watch as your documents are instantly destroyed by one of the giant Shred-It high speed cross cutting machines. This is the same process many of the largest businesses in Indiana use every day to safely dispose of their important records. All proceeds will be donated to the Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana reward fund which is used to solve serious felony crimes throughout the Central Indiana community.
New this year: Crime Stoppers Pharma Trash Disposal. The National Household Survey on Drug Abuse revealed that millions of teenagers and young adults abuse prescription medications. Young people typically obtain prescription medications from peers, friends or family members because they are easily accessible and inexpensive. The use of prescription medications without a valid prescription is illegal and dangerous. Local law enforcement will be on site to collect the prescription medications you no longer need and dispose of them in a manner that is environmentally safe. According to the American Board of Family Medicine, 54% of consumers dispose their medications through the trash and 35% flush them down the toilet where they may contaminate our waterways. You can take advantage of this opportunity to begin protecting your identity by bringing your old documents to one following of the Community Shred Day events on April 24th, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
February 26, 2010
Employees Wanted for US Census 2010
The United States Census for 2010 are needing
employees. Census Takers, Crew Leaders, Crew Leader Assistants, Recruiting Assistants and Census Clerks needed. This job is flexible and
pays minimum $10 per hour. Please call
1-866-861-2010 for more informatiion or go to:
www.2010censusjobs.gov
March 31, 2009
Planning & Zoning Department
The City of Lebanon has updated and revised the fee schedule for the Planning & Zoning Deparmtent which will effective on June 8, 2009
March 30, 2009
Online Tool Helps Consumers Manage Energy Costs
Online Tool Helps Consumers Manage Energy Costs
Consumers looking to lower their home energy costs now have access to a free and easy way to beat the rising cost of electricity. The Indiana Municipal Power Agency, the City of Lebanon’s wholesale power provider, has launched a free online energy audit designed to help consumers make their homes more energy efficient.
“We want to provide our customers with more control over their home energy use,” commented Mike Martin, General Manager for Lebanon Utilities. “This interactive tool shows consumers exactly how much money they can save if they implement certain conservation measures.”
By simply clicking on the “energy calculators” button, consumers have access to valuable, money-saving tips and personal insight into their individual energy consumption. The Home Energy Calculator enables you to enter details about your home, such as square footage, number of occupants and average temperature settings, as well as information on appliances and electronics. The calculator estimates your annual and monthly electric bills and rates the overall energy efficiency of your home on a scale of 1 to 10.
By making changes on the calculator, such as sealing air leaks in your home or installing energy efficient appliances, you can affect your monthly bill and improve your efficiency rating. The more you do, the more you can virtually watch your bills shrink. Applying those changes in your home means actual savings in your pocket.
The website also contains the operating costs for many of your home’s appliances and electronics, as well as a home energy library filled with the latest in home design and construction techniques and a unique “kids korner” intended to capture the imaginations of young and old alike.
 The Home Energy Calculator |
Audit your home and check out more energy efficiency tips at www.lebanon-utilities.com and www.impa.com.