Governor removes Dubois County sheriff from Indiana law enforcement board after failed settlement

By: Casey Smith

Outlets: Indiana Capital Chronicle

Published: April 20, 2026

Words: 1,254

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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A divided Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board on Monday rejected a proposed settlement that would have allowed embattled Dubois County Sheriff Tom Kleinhelter to remain certified as a law enforcement officer until 2027, instead sending the case back for further review amid sharp criticism from current and former law enforcement leaders.

Hours after the vote, Gov. Mike Braun announced he had removed Kleinhelter from the board.

“Following the recommendation of Superintendent Anthony …

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