Trooper Nabs Daytime Burglars
Posey County – At approximately 12:30 this afternoon, a concerned citizen approached two men that were trespassing on property located at 9151 Watertank Road near Cynthiana. The two men left the property driving a red 2000 Chevrolet pickup truck, but the concerned citizen called 911 and reported the suspicious activity. Approximately 35 minutes later, Trooper Kylen Compton was patrolling on SR 65 near I-64 when he spotted the red 2000 Chevrolet pickup truck at the Moto-Mart. Trooper Compton identified the two men as Brian Wilson, 53, and Joshua Piper, 23, both from Princeton. Troopers found several small antiques and a pill bottle containing hydrocodone pills inside the pickup truck that allegedly came from the residence on Watertank Road. Wilson and Piper also allegedly failed to pay for four Kit Kat candy bars from the Moto-Mart. They were arrested and taken to the Posey County Jail where they are currently being held on bond.
Troopers also found numerous power tools and ladders in the bed of the truck. Troopers believe that many of the items were possibly stolen from northern Vanderburgh, northern Posey County and southern Gibson County. Anyone missing power tools or ladders is encouraged to contact the Indiana State Police 1-800-852-3970.
Media Note: Mug photos were not available as of 6:55 p.m.
Arrested and Charges:
• Brian Wilson, 53, Princeton, IN
• Joshua Piper, 23, Princeton, IN
1. Burglary
2. Theft
3. Possession of a Schedule II Drug
Arresting Officer: Trooper Kylen Compton
Assisting Officers: Sergeant Russ Werkmeister, Sgt. Kevin Ellison and Trooper Brad Miller
Assisting Agency: Posey County Sheriff’s Department
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