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New Albany Today
By the People, for the People
New Albany Man Arrested After Crawford County Incident
Police say the suspect waved a sharp object at officers before fleeing on foot.
Apr. 10, 2026 at 4:32pm
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The deployment of non-lethal electronic control devices by police aims to safely subdue suspects without resorting to more dangerous force.New Albany TodayA 39-year-old New Albany man was arrested Wednesday night in Crawford County, Indiana after allegedly yelling at passing motorists, waving a large sharp object at police, and leading them on a brief foot pursuit before being taken into custody.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement face in responding to reports of erratic and potentially dangerous behavior by individuals in public spaces, and the need for de-escalation tactics to safely apprehend suspects without further incident.
The details
According to Indiana State Police, troopers and deputies responded around 10:05 p.m. to reports of a man in the roadway yelling at passing motorists in the Marengo area. Officers identified the man as 39-year-old Mark Durbin. Police say Durbin became hostile when approached and allegedly waved a large sharp object toward officers before fleeing on foot. After a brief pursuit, troopers deployed an electronic control device and took him into custody.
- The incident occurred around 10:05 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.
The players
Mark Durbin
A 39-year-old New Albany resident who was arrested following the incident.
Indiana State Police
The law enforcement agency that responded to the reports and apprehended the suspect.
What’s next
Durbin faces charges including intimidation with a deadly weapon, resisting law enforcement, public intoxication, and disorderly conduct. He was evaluated by EMS at the scene and then transported to the Crawford County Jail.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for continued training and de-escalation tactics for law enforcement when responding to reports of erratic behavior in public, in order to safely apprehend suspects without further incident or harm.
