(5-5-24) The Adams County (Indiana) Sheriff’s Department, Deputies had been searching for Andrew D. Lengerich (35) from rural Adams County when they learned he was staying at his parents’ home. During surveillance, deputies saw Lengerich enter a barn on his parent’s property and confirmed with his parents that it was him.
In the attempt to place Lengerich into custody, he barricaded himself inside his parents’ barn. The standoff lasted four hours before Adams County Deputies were able to place Lengerich into custody.
Lengerich was wanted for a Level 5 Felony charge of Intimidation.
Adams County Sheriff’s Department worked in collaboration with the Decatur Police Department, Indiana State Police, Adams County EMS, Decatur Fire, and the Adams County Highway Department to apprehend the suspect.
Sheriff Dan Mawhorr with the Adams County Sheriff’s Office
“The cooperation and coordination among multiple law enforcement agencies were essential in bringing this fugitive to justice. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is proud to stand alongside our partners in upholding the rule of law and protecting our community from potential threats.”.
Lengerich was arrested on an outstanding warrant charge, but faces no additional charges as a result of the standoff.
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