“What’s up hero, August 14th and the heat is on!”
Here are the top three updates for you:
**Sparkler Bomb Incident:** A suspect has been arrested in connection with a “sparkler bomb” being set off at an Evansville construction site. The incident was classified as Criminal Recklessness (Level 6 Felony). Officials with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Department say these explosives are typically used to distract or disrupt workers.
**New Ambulances for Evansville Fire Department:** The Evansville Fire Department has started the process of purchasing a fleet of new ambulances. A total of $3,167,120 was spent on 11 ambulances. This is expected to improve emergency response times and capabilities in the area.
**EPD Seeking Public’s Help:** The Evansville Police Department is seeking the public’s help with an ongoing investigation. They have shared photos on social media, asking anyone with information to come forward. If you’re in the area, keep an eye out for any leads or suspicious activity.