Hartford City, IN – A 42-year-old man was shot by a police officer Thursday evening during an attempted arrest in Blackford County, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred while officers were executing a search warrant, and the man was later treated for minor injuries and returned to police custody.
Details of the Arrest and Shooting
Officers from the Hartford City Police Department went to a residence shortly before 9 p.m. to serve a search warrant. During the operation, Glen Wilburn, 42, was shot by an officer, according to a press release from the Indiana State Police.
Emergency responders provided aid at the scene before Wilburn was transported to a local hospital. His injuries were determined to be minor, and he was returned to custody without further incident.
Charges Against Glen Wilburn
Wilburn faces 11 criminal charges, primarily related to drugs and firearms, including:
- Dealing Cocaine or Narcotic Drug (Level 2 Felony)
- Dealing in Methamphetamine (Level 3 Felony)
- Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drug (Level 3 Felony)
- Possession of Methamphetamine (Level 3 Felony)
- Possession of a Firearm by a Serious Violent Felon (Level 4 Felony)
- Obliterating Identification Marks on a Handgun (Level 5 Felony)
- Maintaining a Common Nuisance (Level 6 Felony)
- Unlawful Possession of a Syringe (Level 6 Felony)
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (Class B Misdemeanor)
- Possession of Marijuana (Class B Misdemeanor)
- Possession of Paraphernalia (Class C Misdemeanor)
Additional Arrest: Amanda Adams
A 37-year-old woman from Dunkirk, Amanda Adams, was also arrested in connection with the case. She faces several charges, including:
- Possession of Cocaine or Narcotic Drug (Level 3 Felony)
- Possession of Methamphetamine (Level 5 Felony)
- Unlawful Possession of a Syringe (Level 6 Felony)
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (Level 6 Felony)
- Maintaining a Common Nuisance (Level 6 Felony)
- Possession of Marijuana (Class B Misdemeanor)
- Possession of Paraphernalia (Class B Misdemeanor)
Investigation Ongoing
Details regarding the circumstances that led to the shooting have not yet been released. In line with standard protocol for incidents involving city officers, the Indiana State Police is leading the investigation. Authorities have asked the public to allow the process to continue while more information becomes available.
Safety and Community Impact
While the incident involved minor injuries, it underscores the risks faced by law enforcement officers during drug-related arrests. Residents are advised to follow updates from local authorities and exercise caution in areas under investigation.
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