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**Top Story: Multiple Child Abuse Cases Unfold in Southern Indiana**
Multiple cases of child abuse have come to light in Posey and Vanderburgh counties. Andrew Bastain, a 39-year-old man from Poseyville, has been arrested on charges of felony Child Molesting and Sexual Misconduct with a Minor. Another suspect, Jayden Higgins, was charged with rape after an incident in March. These cases highlight the importance of vigilance and support for our community’s most vulnerable members.
**Law Enforcement Updates**
The Evansville Police Department is seeking to raise awareness about the dangers of meeting strangers online. A recent case involved a victim being robbed by individuals they met on Facebook. Additionally, the Kentucky State Police are recruiting new cadets with increased salaries and benefits.
**Other News**
A Beloit contractor has been charged with felony theft for the third time, while a dispatcher in Evansville-Vanderburgh Central Dispatch is retiring after 26 years of service.