Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation on October 12, after receiving information from the Putnam County Department of Child Services concerning allegations of battery and neglect of a dependent.
The investigation revealed that Christine Smith, 62, of Mooresville, had allegedly battered and neglected a child under the age of 14. This allegation was to have taken place in Putnam County.
After reviewing the investigation, the Putnam County Prosecutor's Office asked for a warrant to be issued for Smith’s arrest. A warrant was issued by Putnam County Superior Court today. Smith was arrested this morning by Greencastle Police Department Officer Alec Pettit without incident. Smith is currently being held in the Putnam County Jail without bond.
Indiana State Police Trooper Colton Maynor investigated and was assisted by Corinne Miller of the Putnam County Division of Child Services.
Charges include:
- Neglect of a dependent resulting in bodily injury, Felony 5
- Domestic battery with bodily injury on a person less than 14 years old, Felony 5
