Bob Kasarda

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Arrest made in 2021 death of 18-year-old Region woman, police announce

By: Bob Kasarda

"Alyssa Flores was discovered unresponsive by her father in their residence on Towle Avenue in Hammond on October 18, 2021," police said.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Porter cop lauded for jumping into Lake Michigan to help struggling swimmers

By: Bob Kasarda

"This was one of three near-drowning calls for service that occurred on this day," police said.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Pot smoking driver can't hide that scent, Portage police say

By: Bob Kasarda

"The driver rolled down his driver side window and I smelled an overwhelming odor of burnt marijuana emitting from the vehicle," police said.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Porter County murder trial wrapping up today, nearly 6 years after killing

By: Bob Kasarda

Karen Sons is charged with murder on allegations of shooting and killing 54-year-old Robert Head on Dec. 8, 2017.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Man accused of squirting seminal fluid on Portage Walmart shopper, records show

By: Bob Kasarda

The alleged incident occurred around 12:40 p.m. Aug. 14 at the store located at 6087 U.S. 6, according to police.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Man found shot to death on porch of Hammond home; police seeking tips

By: Bob Kasarda

"At the time of the officers’ arrival, the suspect was not present at the scene," police said.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Juvenile sexually assaulted in van after leaving work at Valpo restaurant, charges say

By: Bob Kasarda

"(The girl) believed something was wrong as her mother didn't text her to indicate she was receiving an alternative mode of transportation," charges say.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Man charged in alleged Portage sexual assault, records show

By: Bob Kasarda

"(The alleged victim) firmly stated no prior to the incident occurring, however, Mr. Strong continued," a charging document says.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Trio reminded the hard way that pot is not legal in Indiana like its neighboring states

By: Bob Kasarda

All three men face a felony count of dealing marijuana due to the quantity of the drug discovered, police said.

The Times of Northwest Indiana

Gun fired during Portage family dispute enters wall shared by neighbor, police said

By: Bob Kasarda

"(The witness) stated (the family member) kept telling Nelson, 'don't shoot me, don't shoot me,' " Portage police said.