Sheriff sees a few disturbance calls as snowstorm confines people at home
Jan 25, 2026
Police report rise in domestic disturbances during storm
PRINCETON, Ind. (WISH) — The snow has most people staying inside, which can cause issues at home.
Gibson County Sheriff Bruce Vanoven said in a Sunday social media post that, despite the calls for vehicle crashes and slide-offs, it’
s also responded to a high number of domestic disturbances.
Vanover said in the post, “You know, being inside confined like this is very trying for people’s mental health, and we’ve had a few disturbance calls last night, just because people weren’t used to being around each other that much. It’s hard in a situation like this. So, I would encourage you, whenever tempers start to flare, go to separate rooms, and just cool off.”
Anyone who feels like he or she is in immediate danger or a life-threatening situation should call 911.
Mental health resources
Be Well Indiana
Indiana Suicide Prevention
Indiana Department of Child Services’ Children’s Mental Health Initiative
National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988 or 800-273-8255
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