Gibson County – Early Sunday morning, March 31, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Trooper Paul Stolz and Deputy John Fischer responded to 692 Concord Drive in Princeton to investigate a battery complaint.
While approaching the residence Trooper Stolz heard a male inside the garage yelling and a female screaming. Stolz ran to a window and observed a male kick a female lying on the floor. After kicking her, the male attempted to drag the female by her hair while striking her with his fist. Stolz immediately banged on the garage door and ordered the male to open the door. Eventually the male, who was identified as Russell Griesemer, 40, opened the door and was taken into custody. The female was identified as Erica Griesemer, 39. The couple is currently divorced, but has been living together. An ambulance was summoned, but she refused any further medical treatment. Russell Griesemer was arrested and is currently being held on bond in the Gibson County Jail.
Arrested and Charges:
• Russell Griesemer, 40, 692 Concord Drive, Princeton, IN
1. Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer: Trooper Paul Stolz, Indiana State Police
Assisting Officer: Deputy John Fischer, Gibson County Sheriff’s Department
Assisting Agency: Princeton Police
