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Mount Vernon Police have arrested a man they believe is connected to a string of vehicle break-ins across Posey County. In a joint release Tuesday afternoon, the Mount Vernon Police Department and the Posey County Prosecutor’s Office announced that 26-year-old Rayvon Malik Robbins is now facing multiple charges. Robbins was initially taken into custody last week on an unrelated drug possession charge. During that investigation, police identified him as a person of interest in several thefts from unlocked vehicles reported in January. Investigators say cash and several firearms were among the items stolen. According to officials, cell phone data placed Robbins in the area at the time of the thefts. Officers also report he was found with a wallet that had been reported stolen from a vehicle weeks earlier. A search of his home allegedly uncovered clothing matching what was seen in surveillance footage from the incidents. Robbins now faces 28 criminal counts, including multiple charges of theft of a firearm, theft, and unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle. Prosecutors say if convicted on all charges, he could face more than 12 years in prison and up to 10,000 dollars in fines. Robbins is scheduled to appear in court today.
Firefighters put out a large barn fire in eastern Posey County that caused significant damage yesterday afternoon. Crews were dispatched around 1:00 PM to Hebmar Drive, just west of St. Phillips Road, after initial reports of a structure fire. Officials later confirmed the fire involved a barn, not a home as first reported. St. Phillips Road was shut down for several hours as emergency crews worked to contain the flames, prompting a large response. Fire officials say the lack of nearby hydrants made the effort more challenging, requiring crews to haul in water to battle the blaze. Family members say the barn has been in their family for years and belonged to the homeowner’s father. Inside were tools, a brand-new generator meant to help the family through the winter, and a lawn mower described as especially important due to mobility issues. They also confirmed that propane tanks were stored inside the barn at the time of the fire. Traffic was redirected at times around St. Phillips Road and Woodside Drive. Wadesville Fire led the response, with assistance from Posey County EMS and the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Last night in local high school basketball, Mt. Vernon Boys Basketball lost at home vs Memorial, 64-59. The Wildcats have now lost back-to-back games after they won 7-straight games. They are 11-7 on the season. Mt. Vernon plays on Friday at Boonville.
North Posey Boys Basketball picked up a win at home over Mt. Carmel, 47-39. It’s now back-to-back wins for the Vikings as they improve to 5-12 overall. North Posey is home this Friday as they host Southridge.
Last night in Men’s College Basketball, 13th ranked Purdue earned a massive road win at #7 Nebraska in overtime, 80-77. Fletcher Loyer led the Boilermakers in scoring with 18 points and there was a pair of Purdue players that had a double-double. Braden Smith scored 13 points and dished out 10 assists. Oscar Cluff poured in 12 points and grabbed 14 rebounds. The Boilermakers improve to 20-4 and 10-3 in the Big 10. Purdue plays at Iowa on Saturday.
#8 Illinois lost at home to Wisconsin in overtime, 92-90. Keaton Wagler had a big night with 34 points in the loss. The Fighting Illini drop to 20-5 and 11-3 in the Big 10. Illinois is home vs Indiana on Sunday.
From the NBA on Tuesday evening, the Indiana Pacers won in overtime at the New York Knicks, 137-134. Pascal Siakam led the way with 30 points and Andrew Nembhard had 24 points and 10 assists. The loss snaps Indiana’s 4-game losing streak as they are 14-40 on the year. The Pacers are right back to work tonight as they play their final game before the All-Star Break in Brooklyn with the Nets at 6:30 PM.