Columbus Police arrested a local man for purse-snatching.

At approximately 7:55 a.m. Tuesday, officers responded to the reported theft at McDonalds, in the 1800 block of North National Road. When they arrived, they spoke with witnesses who stated that the suspect, 31-year-old Torrie L. Bryant, of Columbus, ran out of the restaurant with a customer’s purse. Three witnesses chased after Bryant, but they lost sight of him a short time later.

Officers later located Bryant at a home in the 3000 block of 15th Street and arrested. He was transported to the Bartholomew County Jail with a 48 hour hold on a preliminary charge of Theft.

The incident remains under investigation.

The Bartholomew County Veterans Court is preparing for recertification. The court is designed to help veterans in the criminal justice system dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Brad Barnes, with Bartholomew County Court Services, talks about those who have taken part in the court.

Barnes talks about those who are eligible for the program.

Judge Jim Worton explains that the program is very intensive.

Worton explains that the Veterans Court is preparing for another graduating class.

Worton adds that they are always looking for veterans to serve as mentors for those in the program.

If you are a veteran and would like to help, call call Brad Barnes at 812-565-5877.

Columbus Police arrested a local man early Wednesday morning after a short vehicle pursuit.

At approximately 2:30 a.m., officers observed a vehicle near Seventh and Chestnut streets that was stopped in the street. A short time later, the driver of the truck, 23-year-old Adam W. Reinbold, began driving on Seventh Street at a high rate of speed. Officers say they pursued Reinbold as he disregarded the stop sign at the intersection of Seventh and California streets and continued driving east.

Reinbold eventually pulled his truck over near Seventh Street and Werner Avenue and exited the vehicle. While officers were conducting a high risk traffic stop, Reinbold repeatedly put his hands in his pants pockets and the officers utilized a Taser to incapacitate him.

Reinbold is facing preliminary charges of Resisting Law Enforcement with a Vehicle, Resisting Law Enforcement and Criminal Mischief.

An Elizabethtown man was seriously hurt in a Tuesday evening crash.

Bartholomew County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the area of E 100 S/National Road at about 5:40 p.m. Investigators say that 56-year-old Lloyd Cooper was piloting his motorcycle when he rear-ended a car driven by 27-year-old Cherokee Joe Heath, of North Vernon. Authorities say that Heath’s vehicle was stopped in traffic at the time of the collision. Cooper was ejected from his motorcycle and sent to a trauma center in Indianapolis.

Heath, who had an outstanding Jennings County warrant, was arrested and transported to the Jennings County Jail.

Bartholomew County Sheriff Matt Myers has announced two staff promotions.

Appointed Sergeant Justin Arnholt has been promoted to the rank of Merit Sergeant.

Deputy Andrew Dougan has been promoted to the rank of Appointed Sergeant.

“These deputies have the experience they need for their new positions and I am pleased that they have accepted the opportunity to expand their leadership skills,” said Sheriff Myers.

The Columbus Engineering Department wants you to be aware of of traffic interruptions beginning Thursday morning.

Beginning at 5:30 a.m., the far left/southern most lane of Third Street will be closed as Columbus City Utilities continues to work on the water main break. In addition, the far right/northern most lane of State Street will also be closed.

You are urged to find alternate routes as delays are expected, especially along State Street.

If you are looking for more traffic information, download the WAZE app for your smartphone and join the WCSI Traffic team. You can find updated traffic information on our website, on-air and on the app.

A drunk man who allegedly took a swing at a police officer was arrested at the Ninth Street Park in Columbus Tuesday evening.

Officers were called after a 20-year-old woman was found unconscious on a park bench at about 6 p.m. Tuesday. Paramedics and police revived the woman and determined that 24-year-old Brett M. Hamm provided the alcohol that she drank. Hamm was handcuffed and put into a patrol car, but he found a way to get his hands from behind his back.

As officers tried to secure the handcuffs again, he allegedly punched a Columbus officer in the face. The officer was uninjured.

Hamm is facing charges of battery on a law enforcement officer, furnishing alcohol to a minor with serious bodily injury, resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct and public intoxication.

Bartholomew County residents have an opportunity to check their cholesterol levels in the coming week.

The Bartholomew County Health Department will offer A1C and Cholesterol screening, by appointment only, on the morning of September 10th, at 2675 Foxpointe Drive, Suite B.

Cost is $10 for the A1C screening and $15 for the Cholesterol screening. Cash, debit, or credit card will be accepted. If a card is used there is an additional transaction fee.

Participants must fast 12 hours prior to the Cholesterol screening. Fasting is not required for the A1C. Participants may schedule for both screenings.

For complete details and to schedule an appointment, please call 379-1555, Option 1, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Columbus Police Department is accepting applications for the position of police officer. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and less than 36 years of age when hired. Prospective applicants must have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and complete all aspects of the hiring process and training program. College graduates, military veterans, and persons with law enforcement experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications can be downloaded online at columbus.in.gov/police/info-documents/sworn-officer-application-2/ or picked up inside the Personnel Office in Columbus City Hall. Applications will also be available in the Columbus Human Rights Office.

The 2019 salary range for a Patrol Officer is $51,428 – $62,128. Officers are assigned a “take home” patrol car with usage in Bartholomew and adjoining counties and work 8.5 hour shifts with two weekends off per month. Officers also receive vacation time and paid holidays, shift differential pay (5% for 2nd shift and 10% for 3rd shift), college credit allowance up to $2,850, military incentive pay up to $1,424, clothing allowance of $900 per year, specialty unit pay up to $3,000 per year. PERF retirement is available after 20 years of service.

Applications will be accepted until November 8, 2019. The first step of the testing process, a written test, will be offered on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Camp Atterbury is set to host its Annual Community Day event scheduled this Saturday, Sept. 7th, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will feature a military static display area, community organizations, live music, petting zoo, historical displays, a live-fire demonstration, tours of Camp Atterbury and more.

The live-fire demonstration will start at 2 p.m. If you wish to watch the demo, arrive at the Railhead complex no later than 1 p.m. for transit to the range.

“This event will showcase some of the capabilities of the Indiana National Guard, highlighting one of the premier training sites in the nation since 1942. I want to thank the great citizens of Indiana for their never-ending support,” said, Col. Felicia Brokaw, commander of Camp Atterbury.

Visitors must enter through the Atterbury Railhead Complex Gate on Schoolhouse Road. Picture identification is required from the driver and will be checked by security upon entering the installation. No civilian firearms are permitted.

You can get more information online at atterburymuscatatuck.in.ng.mil.