Press Release
09/12/2023

Sheriff Travis Duffy reports the following arrests on Hancock County
Warrants. These warrants were issued as a result of many hours of
investigation into thefts and burglaries in Hancock County.
Wyatt J. Brown (Carthage, age 25) was arrested on September 10,
2023, by Carthage Police Department and Hancock County deputies.
Brown had a Hancock County warrant for his arrest with the charge of
Theft, a class 3 felony. Bond was set at $50,000 with 10% to apply.
Brown remains lodged in the Hancock County Jail. Additional charges
are expected to be filed at a later date.

Kari J. Howe (Warsaw, age 37) was arrested on September 11, 2023,
by Hancock County deputies. Howe had a warrant for her arrest for
Burglary, a class 2 felony, and Theft, a class a misdemeanor. Bond was set
at $10,000 with 10% to apply.
Howe posted the required bond and was released. Additional charges
are possible at a later date.
Sheriff Duffy also reports that more arrest warrants are being
requested as deputies close more investigations.
All arrested persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a
court of law.