Full Notification

On April 28, 2025, at 8:05 p.m., multiple officers were dispatched to the 900 block of East Locust Street in Fort Branch to investigate a possible battery incident. Upon arriving at the residence, deputies collected statements and evidence at the scene. During the investigation, they discovered that the suspect, 52-year-old Hugh Stogsdill of Fort Branch, had left the location before officers arrived.

After completing the initial investigation, deputies returned to service. Approximately 10 minutes later, Mr. Stogsdill was located back at the residence. Deputy Baumgart briefly spoke with Mr. Stogsdill before taking him into custody and transporting him to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arrival at the jail, Mr. Stogsdill was formally charged with the following offenses:

• Battery

• Neglect of a Dependent

• Driving While Suspended (Misdemeanor)

All criminal defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.