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Vigo County Sheriff
Monday September 19th, 2022 :: 03:08 p.m. EDT

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Shooting suspect arrested

A suspect in the southwestern Vigo County shooting that occurred on August 21st, 40 year old John Bell, was arrested in Chicago, IL on Monday September 12th by the US Marshals.  Bell was transported to the Cook County Jail in Chicago, then extradited to Indiana. He is currently housed in the Vigo County Jail. Bell is facing the following charges as a result of the shooting incident: Attempted Murder, Level 1 Felony Attempted Murder, Level 1 Felony Aggravated Battery, Level 3 Felony Aggravated Battery, Level 3 Felony Unlawful Possession Of Firearm By A Serious Violent Felon, Level 4 Felony Criminal Recklessness, Level 5 Felony This arrest was a culmination of investigative efforts by the Vigo County Sheriff’s Office, US Marshals, THPD, ISP, and Vigo County Prosecutors Office. John Plasse Vigo County Sheriff

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Vigo County Sheriff
600 Honey Creek Dr
Terre Haute, IN 47802

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