According to footage published by Terre Haute Vice News, an hours long standoff in Liggett, a small community northwest of West Terre Haute, ended peacefully late Monday night, June 6th 2022. Police scanner traffic indicated a man (Update: Now identified as 68 year old Thomas Quintana) had pointed a firearm at a family member, and … Continue reading West Terre Haute Standoff Ends Peacefully
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Response to Mr. Aitken
This post is a reaction to the response by Mr. Aitken, published in the Tribune Star January 9th, to my comments on the Terre Haute Police Department’s recent acquisition of a Bearcat, Armored Emergency Response Vehicle. First, I want to thank Mr. Aitkin for taking the time to read my comments and provide a thoughtful … Continue reading Response to Mr. Aitken
Not on Our Streets
WTHI recently ran a story on the Terre Haute Police Department’s acquisition of a Bearcat, armored emergency response vehicle. In the story, Patrece Dayton reported that the vehicle was, “similar to an armored vehicle.” The Bearcat is not “similar to” an armored vehicle, it is an armored vehicle. Terre Haute Police Officer Ryan Adamson goes … Continue reading Not on Our Streets