The Paper of Miami County - December 30, 2020 Issue

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Winners named for first holiday lighting contest Large Display category

First place, large display, 2796 Wallick Road, Peru.

Second place, large display, 3886 N. Filmore, Mexico.

For more contest results, see Pages 2, 4 and 6.

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Lighting contest winners continued Large Display category

Small Display category

First place, small display, 126 W. Second Street, Peru.

Second place, small display, 568 E. Third Street, Peru.

Third place, large display, 194 South Elm, Bunker Hill.

Third place, small display, 627 E. Main Street, Peru.

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Virtual Display category First place, virtual display, 823 W. Third Street, Peru.

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Obituaries Susan Diane Sue Stoner, 69

Susan Diane (Sue) Stoner, 69, of Chili, Indiana, passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020.

Sue was born in Peru, Indiana, Jan. 7, 1951, to Laura Frances (Alexandra) and Roscoe Eugene Hodson. She graduated from North Miami High School in 1969. Shortly after graduation, she briefly moved to the Seattle, Washington area to be with her husband who was training in the U.S. Army Reserves. After returning home, she lived out the rest of her days in Chili.

She worked in many different capacities over her career including being a child-care worker at Whites Residential Services, clerical positions within the Miami County Courthouse including the Recorder’s office, in the administration office of Woodlawn Hospital in Rochester, and most recently as a Registrar for Dukes Memorial Hospital.

Sue’s entire life has been spent caring for others.

For many years, she visited children from White’s

Institute and Sangralea Valley who did not have family of their own. More recently, for the last 12 years, her whole world has revolved around her grandkids, who she loved very much. There was nothing she wouldn’t do for them, often at the expense of going without herself.

Some of Sue’s favorite hobbies included going camping, cooking for her family, attending the grandkids various school events, and playing solitaire.

She married her husband, James, April 13, 1969. He preceded her in death April 9, 2017.

Surviving family include her mother Laura Frances, sister Laura Mae

(Darryl) Pegg, son Kris, daughter Kelli, and grandkids Lainey and Jackson Stoner, along with several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Her father Roscoe, sister Cheryl Havens, and brother John preceded her in death.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lainey and Jackson’s 529 college funds.

Please send to Kris Stoner, 6472 N. SR 19, Denver, IN 46926. Also, a short note about a memory you have of Sue can also be sent via the Flowers-Leedy online guestbook addressed to Lainey or Jackson to help them learn more about their grandmother. These would also be greatly appreciated.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Chili United Methodist Church, 6643 N. State Road. 19, Denver, Indiana, 46926, at a later date, once it is safe to do so. There will be no funeral service.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

Violet V. Bacon, 83

Violet V. Bacon, 83, of Mexico, Indiana, passed away at 8:10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, at her residence.

She was born in Peru Jan. 15, 1937, to Russell and Freda (Correll) Awker. She married James “Jim” Walter Bacon Jan. 16, 1955. He preceded her in death Nov. 25, 2003. Violet retired in 2004 as the admissions coordinator for Miller’s Merry Manor. She was also a member of the Mexico Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time at Lake Manitou. She loved to cook, liked sewing, flower gardening, and was very involved in her church. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, and attended as many events of her chil-

dren and grandchildren as she possibly could.

She is survived by her children Debra Bradley (husband Doug) of Syracuse, Jim Bacon (wife Melinna) of Logansport, and Gina Million (husband Tom) of Peru; as well as grandchildren Jason Bradley (Alyssa), Nick (Kelly) Bradley, Heather Nolte (husband Travis), Amy Bacon, Sara Daugherty (husband Jeff), Zac Million, Spencer Million, and Tyler Million; and great-grandchildren Alexis Bradley, Zoey Bradley, Maci Bradley, Dylan Pearson, Blake Pearson, Wyatt Nolte, Miles Daugherty, Madison Daugherty, and Addison Million. Also surviving are sisters Vera Foister of Kentucky, Avis

Harris of Roann, Sherry Beeching of Peru, and Carolyn Murgaw of Gas City.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brother Dick Awker, and sisters Shirley Awker and Brenda Awker.

A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, at FlowersLeedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana, with pastor Kyle Schnitz officiating. Burial will follow at Ever-Rest Memorial Park in Logansport, Indiana.

Arrangements have been entrusted to FlowersLeedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.c om.

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Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Starkey, 80 Ronald "Ronnie" Wayne Starkey, 80, of Bunker Hill, passed away Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, surrounded by family.

He was born to Marion & Louise Starkey Sept. 13, 1940. He graduated from Bunker Hill High School in 1959. He retired from Chrysler Transmission in 1990 and was an active member of UAW Local 685.

He enjoyed mushroom hunting, fishing, and storytelling, and was an avid IU and Chicago Bears fan. He was also a member of Loree Brethren Church.

He is survived by his wife Karen (Rennaker); daughters Corrina (Mike) Wilson of Newnan, Georgia, Julie (Dan) Williams of Bunker Hill, and Elaine (Jim) Grant of Portland, Texas; and stepson Stephen Sherman of Macy; and grandchildren Andy Wilson, Gre-

Kokomo, brother-in-law Steve Rennaker of Washington, sister-inlaw Lela Starkey Miller of Kokomo, and sisterin-law Virginia Starkey of Blaine, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Sammy Jo, Gene, Dale, and Robert Starkey; brother-in-law Mike Rennaker, and parents-in-law Janet Riley and Russell Rennaker.

Visitation was held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, at Allen Funeral Home, 136 South Elm, Bunker Hill, Indiana. A private family funeral service followed at 3 p.m., with Rev. Morris Starkey officiating.

Burial took place at Springdale Cemetery in Bunker Hill.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Allen Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

gory Grant, Morgan Grant, and Mason Williams. Also surviving are brothers James (Lois) Starkey of Swayzee, Indiana, Ralph (Patsy) Starkey of Florence, Alabama, Morris (Donna) Starkey of Bunker Hill, Indiana, Max (Leah) Starkey of Peru, Indiana, and sister Judith (Mike) Golitko of Greentown, Indiana. Also, sister-inlaw Kathi Gibson of Kokomo, and brother-inlaw Dave Rennaker of

William Levi Andrews, 80

On Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, at 4:55 a.m., William Levi Andrews left this world for his heavenly home.

William was born Sept.

15, 1940, to Clarence and Bertha Andrews in Mount Gilead, Ohio. He entered the Air Force after graduation. While stationed in England, he met his wife, Celia.

After William left the service, he returned to Grissom Air Force Base as a Civil Servant, working in the commissary where he was known as "Andy". He enjoyed coaching girls’ softball, playing cards, and family gatherings. After retirement, you would find Bill on the golf course with his friends or traveling across the country with his wife. Bill absolutely loved life!

Bill is survived by his loving wife Celia, his children Ricky & Lori

Andrews, Tracy Gier, Susan & John Benedict, and Karen & Brian Carter. Also surviving, are his grandchildren, Leah, Courtney, Jared, Kirsten, Richelle, Joanna, Sarah, Seth and one great granddaughter Vera. Bill is also survived by his two sisters, Jane & Neil Benson, and Linda McPeek. Bill was preceded in death by his sister Janet Fahl.

Bill will be deeply missed by his family.

Visitation was held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, at Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home, 105 West Third Street, Peru, Indiana. A private family service followed at 11 a.m., with pastor Rod Correll officiating. Burial took place at Mount Hope Cemetery in Peru, with military service provided by the Miami County Military Rites Team.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, face coverings were required, and social distancing guidelines were observed.

Memorial donations may be made to the Miami County Military Rites Team.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Flowers-Leedy Funeral Home. Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.FlowersLeedyAllen.com.

More obituaries can be found on Page 6.

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20 Happy New Year! 21 Virtual Display category

Second place, virtual display, 512 N. Water Street, Peru.

See the Second Place winner for the Business category, Page 6.

Sports Calendar Maconaquah Dec. 30 Boys Varsity Basketball Holiday Tournament @ Peru High School (Away) Girls Varsity Basketball Holiday Tournament @ North Miami High School (Away) 9 a.m. - Boys Varsity Wrestling Holiday Classic Eastern (Away) 9 a.m. - Coed Varsity Wrestling Holiday ClassicEastern (Away) 9 a.m. - Boys Junior Varsity Wrestling Holday Classic Eastern (Away) North Miami Dec. 30 Boys Varsity Basketball

Miami County Tournament @ Peru High School (Away)

Noon - Girls Varsity Basketball - Miami County Invitational (Home) Peru Dec. 30 Noon - Girls Varsity Basketball Holiday Tourney 2 p.m. - Boys Varsity Basketball Holiday Tourney (Home) 6 p.m. - Girls Varsity Basketball Holday Tourney 8 p.m. - Boys Varsity Basketball Holiday Tourney

Business category

First place, Business display, 61 N. Broadway, Peru.

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Sports

Peru Tigers defeat Tippecanoe Valley Vikings

Varsity Basketball Coach Eric Thompson goes over a play with the team during a timeout at the Peru/Tippecanoe game.

Photo by Michelle Boswell

Stats for Peru Junior Varsity Basketball: Peru Junior Varsity Basketball stats from Dec. 22 game against Tippecanoe: No. 2 Ian Potts: 3 Fouls No. 3 Samuel Adejokun: 2 Fouls

Kade Townsend drives to the basket during the game against Tippecanoe. The Tigers won 56-48. Photo by Michelle Boswell Stats for Peru Varsity Basketball:

No. 2 Kade Townsend: 3 Fouls, 8 Points, 2 3PT No. 10 Matt Ross: 2 Fouls, 13 Points, 1 3PT No. 11 Matt Roettger: 3 Fouls, 5 Points

No. 20 Treyden Curtis: 1 Foul, 22 Points, 1 3PT No. 30 Kash Bellar: 5 Fouls, 6 Points, 2 3PT No. 5 Alex Ross: 1 Foul No. 23 Pete Polk: 1

Foul, 2 Points Coach: Mr. Eric Thompson Final Score: Peru 56, Tippecanoe 48.

The Tigers battled the Maconaquah Braves on the 29th, to

cap off the first round of the Miami County Invitational. The Paper of Miami County will have coverage from the Invitational in the next issue.

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No. 12 Lucas Slagel: 1 Fouls, 11 Points, 3 3PT No. 50 Eli Walters: 5 Fouls, 7 Points No. 14 Logan Gatliff: 1 Foul No. 20 Monil Patel: 3

Points No. 5 Braxten Robbins: 2 Fouls, 4 Points Coach: Mr. Travis Smith Final Score: Peru: 25, Tippecanoe Valley: 47

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Obituaries Edwin Marvin Maus, 93 Edwin Marvin Maus, 93, of Peru, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020, at his residence, with his daughter Julieann and granddaughter Leanna by his side.

He was born in Peru Aug. 24, 1927, the son of Marvin L. and Beulah Warner Maus.

Edwin married Carol Jeanne Fuqua Jan. 20, 1952, in Main Street United Methodist Church, Peru, and she preceded him in death Nov. 23, 2018.

Edwin enlisted in the Army following his graduation from Peru High School in 1945. His military decorations include the WWII Victory Medal. Following release from the Army in 1947, Edwin graduated from Ft. Wayne Business College in 1949 where he studied Accounting. He was employed by Hausske-Harlen Furniture Manufacturing for 16 years and Chrysler Transmission, Kokomo for 23 years, retiring in 1988.

Edwin was an avid basketball and football fan, loved the Colts, IU sports and Peru High School

basketball games that he attended for many years. He enjoyed traveling with his daughter and her family. Edwin enjoyed raising roses for many years and spending time with his family. He was a member of Parkview United Methodist Church. Edwin was an especially caring and loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend.

Surviving is a daughter Julieann Vandagriff and her husband David of Atlanta, Georgia, and a son Michael Maus and his wife Andrea of Peru; grandchildren Meredith (Stephen) Vaughn, Melanie Maus, Andrew Vandagriff and Leanna Vandagriff; great-grandchildren Lilianna Grace Maus and Cora

Jeanne Maus and his kitty “Oreo.” Ed was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Carol, a son Brian Maus, a brother Rolland Maus, and a sister Orel Anabelle Maus.

Due to Covid-19, a private service was held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, at the EikenberryEddy Funeral Home, 84 West Main St, Peru, with Rev. Bette Thompson and Rev. J. Robert Clark officiating.

Burial was in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico, Indiana, with Military Honors provided by the Miami County Military Rites Unit.

The Service was also live streamed on Facebook at Eddy Funeral Homes, Inc. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made through the Eikenberry-Eddy Funeral Home to the Parkview United Methodist Church or Miami County Helping Hands.

A special thank you to Donna Jones, Lynn Hunt and Premier Hospice for the care, concern and love for Edwin and his family.

Mary Etta Pope, 73 Mary Etta Pope, 73, Peru, passed away Friday, Dec.18, 2020, at her residence.

Born Jan. 17, 1947, in Peru, Indiana, she was the daughter of Alvin Jones and Marcella (Lesley) Jones.

Survivors include her son, George “Buddy” (Anita) Pope, Wyoming, Minnesota, and Lisa (Troy) Prior, Denver; four grandchildren, Meaghan (Jeff) Carter, Chloe Pope, Justin Prior (fiancé, Jackie

Paul), and Jenna (Justin) Williams; four great-grandchildren, Marissa Carter, Owen Prior, and Jaxon and Jayden Williams; and

one sister, Susan (Richard) Million, Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one daughter, Debra Willard.

Following her wishes, no services will be held. She will be laid to rest in Greenlawn Cemetery, Mexico, Indiana.

McClain Funeral Home, Denver, Indiana, has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.mcclainfh.com

Joseph Ray Good, 37 Joseph Ray Good, 37, of Amboy, passed Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Kokomo, Indiana.

He was born in Lafayette, Indiana, Dec. 10, 1983, the son of George and Sue Brock Good.

Joe had a smile for everyone he met, he never met a

stranger. Surviving in addition to his parents, are his children Shelby Wallace and Nathan Yeoman; brothers Steven Good, Tony Good, Collin Rusaton, David Rusaton, Jason Jeffers, David Schiery and Anthony Barnard;

sisters Becky Simmons and Ashley Barnard, Teri Evans, Tam Smith, and Sandy DeSanto. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Laird-Eddy Funeral Home, Amboy.

Second place, business display, 30 W. Second Street, Peru.

Police Report Dec. 11 A traffic accident with damage was reported at 3507 S Strawtown Pike, Peru.

An animal problem was reported at 4440 E St. Road. 218, Peru.

A juvenile problem was reported at 5385 N 400 W, Peru.

The juvenile agreed to separate herself from any further issues for the night.

Erik Keller of 10690 E Co RD 275 S, Peru, was arrested for operating while intoxicated and leaving the scene.

Dec. 14 Officers spoke to a female at 2015 Shaw St, Peru, who identified as a resident of this address. A trespass warning was issued to a male subject for her address at her request.

Deputies assisted medics from Dukes Memorial Hospital at 13004 S U.S. 31, Brick House near Mobile Home Park, Kokomo, with an unresponsive male.

Medics were unable to resuscitate the male and he was declared deceased. The Miami County Coroner's Office was called to assist in determining cause of death.

Preliminary investigation indicates the cause of death was from natural causes. This inves-

tigation is ongoing.

An accidental gunshot wound was reported at 8274 S 700 E, Peru. Male stated he was disassembling his gun.

Obvious injury to left hand. Miami county EMS responded and transferred to Lutheran Air. Case report complete.

An officer spoke with a female at 1038 E Lovers Lane Rd, 4ZS, Peru, over the phone in reference to a theft. This is an ongoing investigation.

A cardiovascular accident occurred at 2216 E St Rd. 18, Kokomo.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at E St. Rd. 18 and S 800 E, Converse.

Johnese Patterson of 3638 Nobscot Court, Apt. 3A, Indianapolis, was arrested for criminal mischief, driving while suspended prior, and child restraint violation.

Dec. 15 A sexual offense was reported at 5851 S U.S. 31, Peru.

A complainant from 3442 Westover St, Peru advised his son left home, unsure of location.

Wanted law en-

forcement to know due to juvenile's girlfriend being reported as runaway.

A dead body was reported at 6472 N St. Road. 19, Denver.

Units responded to 1525 Forbes Avenue, Peru, in reference to an unresponsive male.

This is an ongoing investigation.

Officers responded to 1242 W Lakeview Dr, Peru, in reference to a crash. A passenger car backed into the front end of a Jeep.

There were no injuries, and a crash report was completed.

Levi Gibson of 364 W Main St, Peru, was arrested for public intoxication, disorderly conduct, battery with bodily fluids on law enforcement, and resisting law enforcement and intimidation.

Joseph Lacross of 840 W. Third St, Peru, was arrested for three counts of theft.

Creek Mobile Home Park, Peru.

There was minor damage.

A property damage crash was reported at 3448 N St. Road. 19, Peru.

A slide off occurred at S Graber Dr. and S U.S. 31, Peru.

A slide off occurred at N Mexico Road. and W Ridgeview Dr, Peru.

A slide off occurred at E 400 S and S St. Road. 19, Peru.

A vehicle ran off the road at E Wabash Road. and E Lovers Lane Rd, Peru, hitting several trees. State crash report was completed, and vehicle was towed to All-American.

A slide off occurred at N Mexico Road. and W Ridgeview Dr, Peru.

A slide off occurred at S 200 W & W 400 S, Peru.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at S U.S. 31 and W 1200 S, Bunker Hill.

A car deer crash was reported at E 400 S & S 450 E, Peru.

John M. Williams of 4333 W 300 N, Wabash was arrested for VOP.

Dec. 16 Dec. 17 A slide off occurred at S U.S. 31 and W 850 S, Bunker Hill.

A dryer vent fire occurred at 5851 S U.S. 31, Cedar

An unconscious person was reported at 167 S Water St, Bunker

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An injured deer was assisted at 3559 S Strawtown Pike, Peru.

A caller from 2038 S Summit Dr. E, Peru reported theft of packages from mailbox.

An animal problem was reported at 6391 E 100 S, Peru.

Officers assisted Coroner's office at 12358 S 200 W, Kokomo.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at 45 E St. Road. 18, Kokomo.

This was handled

by ISP. A traffic accident with damage was reported at 2831 S Hilltop Dr, Peru.

The vehicle owner requested nothing further.

A vehicle rollover in a ditch alongside driver’s residence at 5602 S U.S. 31, Peru. No injuries were reported.

Michael Lacy of 741 S Edison Avenue, South Bend, was arrested for auto theft, resisting law enforcement with a vehicle, and reckless driving.

Breanna Townsend of 568 W Main St, Peru, was arrested for habitual traffic violation and an operating while intoxicated felony.

Dec. 18

A slide off was reported at S U.S. 31 and W 300 S, Peru.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at E U.S. 24 and E 250 N, Peru.

An overdose/poisoning was reported at 167 S Water St, Bunker Hill.

A fatal traffic accident was reported at N U.S. 31 and W 600 N, Peru.

A T-bone accident between a truck and jeep occurred at N U.S. 31 and W 800 N, Denver.

Minor injuries were reported.

A traffic accident with property damage occurred at 2589 S Bus. 31, Village Pool and Patio, Peru. Car rearended another car.

A car deer crash was reported at W 250 S & S 50 W, Peru. No injuries were reported.

Lois Golitko of 126 Blackhawk Dr, Peru, was arrested for failure to appear.

Dec. 19 An unwanted guest was reported at 2069 W Old Stone Rd, Peru, but no other persons were found on the property when units arrived.

A wrecked vehicle was found at 3114 W Old Stone Rd,

Peru. Ran plate and found that it was stolen out of Cass County. Contacted Cass County and vehicle was towed to All-American.

Hold was placed on vehicle per Cass County.

A caller reported a missing plow from their property at 6333 E 975 N, Roann.

A juvenile problem was reported at 251 E Third St, Peru.

A resident at 2954 W 1350 N, Macy, reported a firearm stolen from their vehicle.

was stopped and the elderly driver advised they have difficulty driving at night. Driver was assisted home.

A juvenile problem was reported at 40021 Fairchild Court, Peru.

Austyn Carrigan of 307 S Main, Amboy, was arrested for failure to appear.

Trey Sturgill of 4840 E 200 N, Peru, was arrested for OWI of controlled substances, endangerment, possession of marijuana, paraphernalia, and minor/illegal con-

sumption.

Dec. 21 Officers spoke with a female from 3964 W Meadow Ln, Kokomo, over the phone who had questions regarding trespass warnings.

An officer spoke with a male from 1721 E Wabash Rd, Peru, over the phone who had questions regarding leaves blowing on his property from the neighbors’ property. Record only.

A single vehicle crash with farming

debris in the roadway occurred at W 1500 N and N U.S. 31, Macy. No injuries were reported.

A suspicious vehicle was checked at 315 W Old Key Dr, Miami Medical Plaza, Peru. All checked okay.

Deputies responded to the area of E 1000 S & S 25 W, Bunker Hill, for a single vehicle crash. No injuries were reported. A state crash report was submitted.

Dec. 23 Theft occurred at

Dec. 20 A suspicious package or item was reported at 41051 Gunter Court, Peru.

A possible residential entry was reported at 2633 Capehart St, Peru.

This is currently under investigation.

Suspicious activity was reported at 3628 N 190 W, Peru.

All checked okay.

Units responded to the area of 3257 W 500 S, Peru in reference to trespassing. Everything checked ok.

Report of a vehicle all over the roadway was investigated at S U.S. 31 and W St. Road. 18, Kokomo. Vehicle

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A female from 15069 N 25 W, Arkon, advised she was not getting her mail.

A child played with a phone at 2869 N Ell River Cemetery Rd Peru.

A suspicious package or item was reported at S St. Road. 19 and S 550 E, Amboy.

Multiple units were dispatched to the area of N Meridian Road. and E 550 N, Peru in reference to a single See Report, page 8

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Report continued from Page 7 vehicle rollover accident with unknown injuries. Investigation showed a white passenger vehicle left the roadway for an undetermined reason and rolled multiple times. The driver of the vehicle was transported to Lutheran Fort Wayne with multiple injuries. A state crash report was submitted. This is an ongoing investigation.

A suspicious package or item was reported at 6650 N St. Road.

19, Denver.

Officers spoke to an individual from 2708 Capehart St, Peru, over the phone about a suspicious male on her property.

Record only at this time.

Dec. 24 A tree fell into a roadway at W 300 S and S Wallick Rd, Peru.

A suspicious package was reported at 12270 S Strawtown Pike, Kokomo, but was unable to be located.

A property damage crash was reported at 2697 S Frances Slocum Trail, Peru.

An issue with a grandfather and grandson occurred at 710 E Lovers Lane Rd, Peru. The grandson left the residence.

A caller from 3841S U.S. 31,

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An intoxicated person was found near N U.S. 31 and N. Mexico Road, Peru.

Officers spoke to an individual over the phone in reference to an ongoing animal problem which occurred at 671 W Egypt Hill Dr, Peru.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at E 1300 N & N

600 E, Roann.

A structure fire was reported at 1824 W Reed St, Miami.

Dec. 25 A dog went missing at 2934 S 300 W Lot 197, Woodland Hills Mobile Home

Park, Peru, but was located shortly after.

In the early morning hours, emergency personnel were sent to 1738 S Lincoln St, Peru, for an unresponsive female. Jenny Burnett, 45, of Peru was pronounced

deceased at the scene. Reason for death is believed to be on going medical issues at this time.

A cable line in the road near W Whippoorwill Dr. and S 200 W, Peru caused a traffic accident.

The cable was

unplugged and pulled out of the roadway.

A slide off was reported at 2143 E 550 N, Peru.

A traffic accident with damage was reported at W Ellis Road. and S Bus. 31, Peru.