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Three tornadoes from Saturday storm cause damage across Central Indiana
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Saturday’s potent storm dropped three confirmed tornadoes in Central Indiana, causing widespread wind damage and cutting power to thousands of homes.
The National Weather Service confirmed the tornadoes, each classified EF-1 on the Enhanced Fujita scale that measures the force of the twisters, in Daviess, Jackson, and Parke counties. Each tornado touched down in Saturday’s early hours, with the last and smallest observed at 5:14 a.m.
An EF-1 tornado is considered moderate, with winds of 86-110 mph.
Central Indiana remains under a hazardous weather outlook through Sunday night, with the potential for localized flooding from brief, heavy rain possible this morning, according to the NWS.
With the threat of tornadoes in Central Indiana in the rear view for now, here’s a look at what the NWS said about Saturday’s storm and the remaining weekend weather, which could turn toward snow before the workweek returns.
Daviess County tornado throws debris ‘at least a mile’
This tornado cut a nearly 14-mile path west of Loogootee early Saturday, causing significant damage to a farm due to winds that peaked at 110 mph.
Several metal outbuildings at the farm were damaged, and a piece of lumber was driven through the windshield of a semitruck, according to NWS. Two large grain bins were destroyed, with debris thrown “at least a mile northeast.”
The tornado also uprooted trees and caused additional roof and siding damage to nearby houses. Once the tornado dissipated, straight-line winds still caused damage, including through Loogootee, home to roughly 2,600 residents.
No injuries were associated with the tornado, according to NWS.
Saturday’s tornado in Parke County damages structures
With peak winds of 110 mph, this tornado touched down for a little more than 2.5 miles near Mecca, according to NWS. Its path was mostly through rural woods, but it destroyed a small garage and severely damaged a 150-year-old barn, according to the weather service.
Several nearby residences sustained tree and pole barn damage, but no injuries were associated with the tornado.
Jackson County tornado tears away mobile home roof
The smallest of the three confirmed tornadoes, this twister touched down for more than 2 miles south of Brownstown. The NWS estimated its peak winds at 105 mph, which tore the roof off a mobile home and collapsed its walls.
No associated injuries were reported.
Indianapolis Sunday weather: Wet with a chance of snow
Central Indiana’s continued cooldown could drop the temperature into the upper 20s by Sunday night, bringing with it a chance of overnight snow.
While there’s little to no snow accumulation expected, expect a soggy Sunday with showers likely before 5 p.m. and the temperature continuing to drop throughout the day.
The upcoming week looks to include spring’s typical mixed bag of weather, with Tuesday’s daytime high expected to crest to 69 degrees before rain and cooler, more seasonable temperatures extend through the later part of the week.
(This story has been updated with additional information.)
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Indiana EMT charged with sexually assaulting 14-year-old in the back of an ambulance during transport
(WXIN/WTTV) — An EMT working for an Indiana ambulance service has been arrested after accusations that he sexually assaulted a 14-year-old while transporting them to the hospital.
Ronald D. Elliott Jr., 37, was officially charged Wednesday with a slew of child sex crimes. Online jail records show Elliott, who lives in Dunreith, was arrested Thursday and booked into Delaware County Jail without bond.
The arrest stems from accusations made by a 14-year-old who told police that Elliott sexually assaulted her in the back of an ambulance during a February transport from Muncie to Monroe County.
The alleged victim came forward on March 16 and told Indiana State Police investigators that an EMT had forced her into sexual contact while taking her to a medical facility in Bloomington.
The juvenile said that Elliott, who is listed as an EMT for Quest Ambulance Service, began showing her pictures and videos on his cell phone during the transport. The files reportedly included photos of Elliott’s genitals and videos of him engaged in sexual activities.
Elliott is then alleged to have groped the teenager under her clothes and exposed himself to her. The girl said this led to Elliott sexually assaulting her in the back of the ambulance while en route to Bloomington.
The 14-year-old said that, after the assault, Elliott provided her with his “Mr. Fogger” nicotine vape as well as his phone. The girl told officers she signed into her Instagram account on Elliott’s phone, and court documents state she failed to log off after leaving the ambulance.
It was through the girl’s Instagram account that Elliott allegedly found a second juvenile victim. Identified as Victim 2 in court documents, Elliott reportedly began messaging the 13-year-old girl on Instagram. Throughout his conversations, the 37-year-old EMT is alleged to have:
- Called the juvenile a “young sl-t”
- Lied about his age, claiming he was 18 years old
- Sent a picture of himself only wearing a towel
- Made “sexually suggestive” comments about “good naughty girls”
- Told the 13-year-old girl she “looks cute”
During an interview with Elliott conducted on March 25, the EMT reportedly admitted to letting the 14-year-old use his phone and nicotine vape. However, he denied any sexual contact with the girl and said that any nude images she may have seen on his phone were an accident.
After uncovering “corroborating evidence” from both Elliott’s cell phone and the victim’s Instagram account, police requested that a warrant be filed for his arrest. Online court records show that the warrant was granted on Thursday.
Indiana State Police said that Elliott was taken into custody without incident during a traffic stop. Delaware County Jail records show Elliott was booked around 2:30 p.m. Thursday. He now faces the following several Level 4 felony charges including child seduction, child solicitation, and sexual conduct with a minor.
No other information was included in the probable cause affidavit filed against Elliott.
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever continued their 2026 WNBA regular season with a 100-84 loss against the Portland Fire on Saturday, May 30.
Clark, a former Iowa women’s basketball star, and the Fever are 4-4 after the first eight games of the regular season.
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Here’s a look at how Clark fared in Saturday’s game in Portland:
Caitlin Clark stats today in Indiana Fever vs Portland Fire
Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Megan Gustafson scored a game-high 22 points for Portland in the Saturday victory.
Former Iowa State Cyclones star Bridget Carleton scored 14 points for the Fire.
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This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: Caitlin Clark’s stats in Indiana Fever vs Portland Fire today
MOORESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — A Mooresville police officer was involved in a “serious crash,” Saturday afternoon, officials say.
According to a Facebook post made by the Mooresville Fire Department, officers are advising the public to avoid the area of the 200 block of East Main Street due to a “serious crash” involving a Mooresville Metropolitan Police officer.
East Main Street is currently closed between Maple Lane and Franklin Street.
Police say the roads will remain closed while a crash investigation is being conducted.
Police did not provide details on the officer’s condition.
This is a developing story.
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