Gary man Anthony Dewayne Polk, 33, faces charges for selling drugs that led to the death of Hammond councilman’s son, James Woerpel. Polk is charged with dealing in a controlled substance resulting in death and dealing in cocaine. Woerpel died from an overdose of fentanyl, cocaine, and xylazine, leading to Polk’s arrest and incarceration without bail pending a court hearing.
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Yellowstone wreck driver was at twice the legal alcohol limit, police say
A recent crash involving a pickup truck and a tour van near Yellowstone National Park resulted in seven fatalities, including the driver, Isaiah Moreno, 25, who had a blood alcohol level of .20%, more than twice the legal limit. The collision occurred when Moreno's vehicle crossed the center line on U.S. Highway 20, leading to both vehicles igniting in flames; six victims were from China, Italy, and California. Survivors were hospitalized, and police emphasized the...
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