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Martinsville Today
By the People, for the People
Weekend Arrests in Indiana
Three individuals charged with various offenses in separate incidents
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Indiana law enforcement made several arrests over the weekend, including an 18-year-old from Martinsville charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, possession of a controlled substance, and endangerment; a 44-year-old from Petersburg charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a controlled substance; and a 23-year-old from Odon charged with battery.
Why it matters
These arrests highlight ongoing issues with substance abuse and public safety in Indiana communities, as well as the need for continued enforcement and education around impaired driving and other criminal behaviors.
The details
On Saturday, Indiana State Police arrested Dalton Atkis, 18, of Martinsville on charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated, operating a vehicle while intoxicated with endangerment, and possession of a controlled substance. He was released on a $5,000 bond. Also on Saturday, Washington Police arrested Kyle Smith, 44, of Petersburg on a charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated with a controlled substance. He was released on a $5,000 bond. And on Sunday, Daviess County Sheriff's Deputies arrested Keyshaun Lee Alchesay, 23, of Odon on a charge of battery. He remains in the Security Center on a $10,000 bond.
- On Saturday, March 1, 2026
- On Sunday, March 2, 2026
The players
Dalton Atkis
An 18-year-old from Martinsville, Indiana.
Kyle Smith
A 44-year-old from Petersburg, Indiana.
Keyshaun Lee Alchesay
A 23-year-old from Odon, Indiana.
The takeaway
These arrests underscore the ongoing challenges communities in Indiana face with substance abuse, impaired driving, and other criminal behaviors, and the need for continued vigilance and comprehensive approaches to public safety.
