ARCOLA · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
22/24
Arcola gets an A.
Indiana APRA gives 7 business days with the Public Access Counselor as binding enforcement. MyCase provides free statewide public case search. Mandatory statewide e-filing. $15 LCH below median. Strong all around.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Arcola.
COMPUTED 2026-07-30 11:13 UTC · SCORE 22/24
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FBI.gov
FBI Wanted
U.S. Courts
BOP Inmate Locator
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.fbi.gov [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-30 11:11 UTC]
- → https://www.fbi.gov/wanted [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-30 11:11 UTC]
- → https://www.uscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-30 11:11 UTC]
- → https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-30 11:11 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · IN Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the IN field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
LAMAR T. BROWNING
Wanted
JOSE LUIS MURO DEL REAL
Wanted
EDGE DEVICE INTRUSIONS
Wanted
GUSTAVO CRUZ
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · IN
Children Missing From Indiana (Statewide)
Active Indiana cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Jennifer Lobo-Bueno (IN)
Marcellus Powell (IN)
Ariana Williams (IN)
Zy'Ayr Hadrick (IN)
Cole Johnson (IN)
Ke'Mani Emery-Kiefer (IN)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Indiana Court Cases
Most recent Indiana court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 4:26-cv-00201 | PETTIT et al v. RES-CARE INC. | 07/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-90838--7 | James D Toney and Haley L Toney | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-01122 | Rujano Fernandez v. Warden et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01591 | Richardson v. Jerrod Baugh, in his capacity as Sheriff of Putnam County | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01592 | Littlejohn v. ICON METAL FORMING, LLC | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01517 | MBC GROUP, INC. v. MCCLAIN et al | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01593 | UMAROV v. WARDEN, CLAY COUNTY JAIL | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01594 | HEWITT v. SELAH HOUSE LLC | 07/29/2026 |
| CIVIL 2:26-cv-00542 | Singh v. SWEARINGEN et al | 07/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 23-05194--13 | Eldon Duane Fields | 07/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-04903--13 | Jorge Martine Mendez, Jr. and Megan Lyn Mendez | 07/29/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-04905--13 | Toyin Titilope Adeniji | 07/29/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Allen County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Allen County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where do I order a death record in Allen?▼
To order a death record in Allen County, IN, the Indiana State Department of Health Vital Records at https://www.in.gov/health/vital-records/ issues certified death certificates for $8 (deaths from 2011 forward). For older records, contact the Allen County Health Department Vital Records at 200 E. Berry Street, Suite 360, Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (260-449-7361). Only the spouse, parents, children, or legal representatives can obtain certified copies under IC 16-37-1. The Allen County Genealogical Society at https://www.acgsi.org/ has historical records. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure of vital records. Sources: IN Vital Records (https://www.in.gov/health/vital-records/), Allen County Health (https://www.allencountyhealth.com/).
Where do I search court records in Fort Wayne?▼
Fort Wayne, IN (Allen County) court records: Indiana mycase.IN.gov (https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/) — free statewide name search across all Indiana trial courts. Allen County Superior Court and Circuit Court via Allen County Courts (https://www.in.gov/judiciary/2664.htm). Fort Wayne City Court for traffic/ordinance via City of Fort Wayne (https://www.fortwayne.gov/). Records request to Clerk of Allen Circuit/Superior Court for case files. Federal: PACER for U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana (https://pacer.uscourts.gov/). IC §5-14-3 (Indiana Access to Public Records Act). The Journal Gazette (https://www.journalgazette.net/) for court coverage.
Is there a way to search arrest warrants in Corydon?▼
To search arrest warrants in Corydon, IN (Harrison County), contact the Corydon Police Department at 105 N. Capitol Avenue, Corydon, IN 47112 (812-738-3247), or the Harrison County Sheriff's Office at 1445 Gardner Lane NW, Corydon, IN 47112 (812-738-2195). Some active warrants are posted at https://www.harrisoncounty.in.gov/. Court bench warrants appear in IN MyCase at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. The Indiana State Police hold the statewide IDACS warrant database, restricted to law enforcement. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure; agencies may withhold info that could compromise an investigation. Sources: Harrison County IN (https://www.harrisoncounty.in.gov/), IN Courts (https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/).
During which months are crime rates the highest?▼
In Vincennes, IN (Knox County), as in most U.S. cities, crime rates tend to be higher in summer months (June, July, August) according to FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data and Bureau of Justice Statistics analyses. Property crime peaks in summer due to longer daylight, more travel, and open windows; violent crime peaks in late summer (July-August). Winter months (December-February) typically show lower crime rates except for holiday-related theft spikes. The Indiana State Police Crime Statistics at https://www.in.gov/isp/ and Vincennes Police Department at https://www.vincennes.org/ publish local data. Sources: FBI UCR (https://ucr.fbi.gov/), BJS (https://bjs.ojp.gov/).
What's the source for arrest records in Indiana?▼
Arrest records in Indiana come from the agency that made the arrest: county sheriffs, city police, and the Indiana State Police. The Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History at https://www.in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services/ provides name-based statewide searches for $15 online. The Indiana Department of Correction Offender Search at https://www.in.gov/idoc/2376.htm shows current and former state-prison inmates. Major county jails: Marion County (Indianapolis) at https://www.indy.gov/agency/marion-county-sheriffs-office, Lake County at https://www.lakecountysheriff.com/. Court charges tied to arrests appear at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure. Sources: IN State Police (https://www.in.gov/isp/), IDOC (https://www.in.gov/idoc/).
Where do I get an official criminal history report in Bedford?▼
For an official criminal history report in Bedford, IN (Lawrence County), the Bedford Police Department Records Division at 1102 16th Street, Bedford, IN 47421 (812-275-1300) issues local clearance letters. For statewide criminal history, the Indiana State Police Limited Criminal History at https://www.in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services/ provides name-based statewide searches for $15 online. For fingerprint-based statewide and FBI checks, use IdentoGO at https://www.identogo.com/. Court records are free at https://public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. Indiana Access to Public Records Act (IC 5-14-3) governs disclosure. Employment use must comply with the FCRA. Sources: IN State Police (https://www.in.gov/isp/), IN Courts (https://public.courts.in.gov/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Arcola, IN
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Arcola, IN · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for IN
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (IN)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in IN
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in IN
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in IN
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for IN
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (IN) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 2
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| ARCOLA ROADWAY AND DRAINAGE | ARCOLA |
| ARCOLA REST AREA US 30 WESTBOUND | ARCOLA |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (IN) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Kriya Capital, LLC | Attempts to collect debt not owed |
| 2026-05-20 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-20 | LJ Ross Associates | Written notification about debt |
| 2026-05-20 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 6
City of Arcola, IN
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from IN state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Two Evansville Meth Dealers Sentenced to Federal Prison Following Crossroads Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
Jul 27, 2026
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Indianapolis Career Offender Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Armed Drug Trafficking
Jul 22, 2026
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Former Non-Profit IT Director Sentenced to Federal Prison for Nearly $550,000 Theft
Jul 21, 2026
doj_news
Indianapolis Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison After Threatening to Kill United States Representative
Jul 21, 2026
FBI Field Office
U.S. Attorney’s Office Hosts Federal Fraud Forum and Announces Creation of Fraud Task Force in Southern District of Indiana
Jul 16, 2026
doj_news
Eight Sentenced to Federal Prison for $1.2 Million Travel Insurance Fraud Scheme
Jul 15, 2026
FBI Field Office
Eight Sentenced to Federal Prison for $1.2 Million Travel Insurance Fraud Scheme
Jul 15, 2026
doj_news
Westfield Woman Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Elderly Victim of More Than $500,000
Jul 14, 2026
FBI Field Office
Westfield Woman Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Elderly Victim of More Than $500,000
Jul 14, 2026
doj_news
Four Months of Operation Take Back America Yield 23 Felons Sentenced for Unlawful Possession of Firearms
Jul 9, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC and States Act Against Hims & Hers for Deceptive and Unlawful Privacy Practices
Jul 29, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Arcola
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Allen County police asking for help in search for 2 missing teens
On Sunday, a public safety alert was issued by police stating that two boys, 17-year-old Teswill Wil and 15-year-old Theo Will, are missing.
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Silver Alert issued for missing 17-year-old from Huntertown
The Allen County Sheriff's Department and Indiana state police issued alerts for two missing teenagers from Huntertown, Indiana. Seventeen-year-old Teswill Will and fifteen-year-ol…
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Metro briefs: Indiana State Police investigating after inmate attempts suicide
Indiana State Police is investigating an attempted suicide at the Allen County Jail. An inmate was found unresponsive in their cell, Indiana State Police said in a news release. “T…
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Indiana Man Arrested After Allegedly Chopping Off Penis and Setting It on Fire in Mom’s Garage
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