Sheriff’s Department searching for fugitive

James M. Purdue; photo courtesy of Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Dept.

The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department is asking for your help locating its most-wanted fugitive. Judy Jackson, department spokeswoman, says that deputies are looking for 22-year-old James Michael Purdue. She explains that Purdue is wanted on an outstanding felony warrant.

Purdue is a white man, standing 5’10” and weighing 181 pounds. He has brown hair, brown eyes and tattoos on his arm and neck.

If you have any information on Purdue’s whereabouts, you are asked to contact the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office at (812) 379-1740. You may also use the department’s Tip Line at (812) 379-1712 or send an email to sheriff@bartholomew.in.gov. Information can be left anonymously.