Mother and Daughter Arrested After Domestic Fight in Evansville

Police responded to multiple 911 calls about the altercation on Cherry Street.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:50pm

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Evansville police arrested a 45-year-old woman and her 62-year-old mother after responding to multiple 911 calls about a domestic fight at an apartment on Cherry Street on Saturday night. Both women were charged with domestic battery after officers observed visible injuries on each of them.

Why it matters

Domestic violence incidents often involve complex family dynamics and can escalate quickly, putting those involved at serious risk of harm. This case highlights the importance of swift police response and intervention to de-escalate these types of volatile situations.

The details

According to police, Lashana Wills and her mother Amberzella Craig were physically fighting and screaming when officers arrived at the apartment around 9:15 pm. Wills initially denied any physical altercation, but officers saw scratches on her chest. Craig also had redness around her neck and chest. Wills later told police that her mother had attacked her first, while Craig admitted that the argument started over Wills having a 'booty call' over to the house, and that she had pushed Wills, causing her to fall.

  • The incident occurred around 9:15 pm on Saturday, April 5, 2026.
  • Both Wills and Craig were arrested and booked into the Vanderburgh County Jail following the incident.

The players

Lashana Wills

A 45-year-old Evansville resident who was arrested and charged with domestic battery.

Amberzella Craig

The 62-year-old mother of Lashana Wills, who was also arrested and charged with domestic battery.

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What they’re saying

“Wills told police that her mother had attacked her and hit her in the head first.”

— Lashana Wills

“Craig later admitted that she and Wills had argued over Wills having a 'booty call' over to the house. She said that Wills became angry with her, and pushed her into a table, causing her to fall.”

— Amberzella Craig

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for continued community education and resources to address domestic violence, as well as the importance of swift police intervention to protect those involved when these volatile situations escalate.