From the Indiana State Police – Jasper District:
Police Special Investigation Division has arrested 60-year-old Thomas Burkhardt, of Dubois, the current West Baden Assistant Police Chief on three felony charges following an investigation.
Detective Tim Denby began his investigation on April 22, 2026, after receiving criminal allegations of official misconduct and battery from alleged victims, who have been cooperative throughout this investigation.
Jefferson County Prosecutor David Sutter was assigned as the Special Prosecutor in this case and on May 19th the Orange County Court Special Judge was presented this case. As a result, the following criminal charges have been levied against Burkhardt:
- Two (2) Counts of Official Misconduct, Level 6 Felony
- One (1) Count of Battery, Level 6 Felony
- One (1) Count of Battery, Class A Misdemeanor
On May 19, 2026, a no bond warrant was issued for Burkhardt. Burkhardt was arrested by Detectives from the Indiana State Police and lodged in the Orange County Jail without incident.
His initial appearance will be sometime in the next few days in the Orange County Circuit Court.
All suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.