Posey County – Indiana State Police received a tip last night that Michael Hayes, 20, of Mt. Vernon, was at a residence located in Southwind apartments in Mt. Vernon. A felony arrest warrant had been issued for Hayes out of Vanderburgh County for failing to appear for a gun violation. At approximately 9:25 p.m., troopers found Hayes at an apartment located at 1012 Vine Street. When troopers entered the residence they observed drug paraphernalia in plain view on a table. After retrieving a search warrant for the property, troopers found small amounts of meth, synthetic marijuana, drug paraphernalia and hypodermic needles. The tenants, Candice Harris, 33, and Ethan Pund, 25, were arrested and taken to the Posey County Jail where they are currently being held on bond. Harris’ five and six-year-old sons were present during the arrests. The Posey County Division of Family Services took custody of both boys. David Curtis, 54, who was visiting, was also arrested and taken to jail. He was released after posting bond. Hayes was transported to the Vanderburgh County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges: • Candice Harris, 33, 1012 Vine Street, Mt. Vernon, IN • Michael W. Hayes, 20, 906 James Drive, Mt. Vernon, IN • Ethan Pund, 25, 1012 Vine Street, Mt. Vernon, IN • David Curtis, 54, 1301 Jefferson Street, Mt. Vernon, IN MEDIA NOTE:
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