Man with gun reportedly barricaded himself inside IMU
UPDATE – The suspect, identified as Cecil Gilbert, was taken into custody without any reported injuries. Police say there were no weapons involved in the incident, as opposed to earlier reports of Gilbert having a gun.
An alert was issued late Monday night by Indiana University relating to situation at the Indiana Memorial Union Hotel. There was a plea to keep all people away from the surrounding area due to the report of an armed man who had allegedly barricaded himself inside the building. There were no known hostages at the time of publication, and there were also no known demands from the unnamed assailant. He was rumored to have had a semi-automatic weapon in his possession. Indiana University Police were involved with the negotiations as of 11pm on Monday evening.
*this story will be updated as additional information becomes available
Expanding broadband access across Indiana, attracting remote workers and providing better access to mental health services are just a few of Gov. Eric Holcomb’s plans for 2022.
Holcomb announces 2022 Legislative priorities
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced his Administrative and Legislative goals yesterday during a scheduled address, which included his 5 pillars of Economic development; Education, training, and workforce development; Public health and wellness development; Community development; and, Good government service. Holcomb proposed continued investment within the state through the elimination of the 30% business personal property tax floor on new equipment. He also discussed incentivizing remote worker jobs to the Hoosier state. Additionally, Holcomb mentioned that he is not comfortable spending the current state surplus it until the Indiana is next rewritten, in 2023.
Indiana State Police Seeks Recruits for Capitol Police Sections
The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is now accepting applications. Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as a Capitol Police Officer may apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/indianasp. This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police Department.
Applications must be received via online submission by 11:59 pm (EDT) on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Basic Eligibility Requirements and consideration factors for a Capitol Police Officer:
- Must be a United States citizen.
- Must be at least 21 years of age when appointed as a police employee. (Appointment date is August 12, 2022)
- Must meet a minimum vision standard (corrected or uncorrected) of 20/50 acuity in each eye and 20/50 distant binocular acuity in both eyes.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile.
- Must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma or general equivalency diploma
The academy begins on Monday, May 2, 2022. The starting salary for a Capitol Police Section Probationary Officer is $45,387.00 a year. The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section also offers an excellent health care plan, which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage for both current and retired employees along with their families. The State maintains short-term and long-term disability plans for full time employees after six (6) months of continuous employment. As an Indiana State Police Capitol Police Officer, you are automatically enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF). The State will contribute to your retirement account.
Interested applicants can obtain additional information about a career as a Capitol Police Officer by visiting https://www.in.gov/isp/career-opportunities/capitol-police.
This Week in Hoosier History
1869 – Mark Twain, early in his career, was on stage at Hamilton’s Hall in Fort Wayne. Not yet having written any of his famous books, he recited portions of his popular short stories, including “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County.” Two days later, he appeared at the Metropolitan Theater in Indianapolis. The humorist left two distinctly different impressions on Hoosier audiences.
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