One in Custody Following Manhunt in Batesville

The manhunt ensued following a police pursuit that began in Decatur County

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(Batesville, Ind.) - A police pursuit ensued on Wednesday in Decatur County and continued into Franklin/Ripley County. 

According to Batesville Police, State Road 46 was shut down for several hours in the area of Three Mile Road for a manhunt. 

Dispatch reported that the pursuit began shortly after 6:30 p.m. along West State Road 46 in Decatur County. Around 9:30 p.m., a BOLO was issued for Timothy Wolfe.

Batesville Police reported Thursday morning that the suspect has been apprehended. 

No further details have been released at this time. 

 

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