Hobart, IN – Eight people were arrested in connection with a New Year’s Day narcotics search warrant, according to the Hobart Police Department and the Lake County Prosecutor’s Office. Charges include multiple felonies for maintaining a common nuisance, possession of syringes, and possession of paraphernalia.
According to police, the operation led to the arrests of individuals ranging in age from 39 to 69, with suspects from Hobart, Merrillville, Gary, and St. John. Authorities say three suspects also had active warrants, including narcotics- and vehicle-related charges.
The department stated that the narcotics search is part of a broader investigation into drug activity impacting neighborhoods across Lake County. Police emphasized that such operations aim to reduce crime, restore safety, and protect community well-being.
Officials noted that drug houses contribute to higher crime rates, neighborhood decline, and health risks due to the presence of dangerous individuals and discarded paraphernalia. Police also urged residents to report suspicious activity, citing concerns about increased violence and property damage linked to narcotics-related behavior.
Anyone with information or tips regarding suspected drug activity can contact Corporal Wendell Hite on their website or Detective Robert Medwetz at their email. Tipsters may remain anonymous.
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