CLARK COUNTY - The former sheriff of Clark County in southern Indiana was arrested on 15 felony charges.

The Indiana State Police Special Investigation Division arrested Jamey Noel, 52, the former Clark County Sheriff, and current Utica Volunteer Fire Fighters Association Chief on 15 felony charges following a nearly five-month long investigation.

Detectives began their extensive investigation on June 13, 2023 after receiving several criminal allegations of official misconduct from the current Clark County Sheriff, who, along with his personnel have been cooperative throughout this investigation.

Ripley County Prosecutor Richard J. Hertel was assigned as the Special Prosecutor in this case on July 27th by Special Judge Larry Medlock and was recently presented the case for review.

As a result, the following criminal charges have been levied against Noel:
•One (1) count of Corrupt Business Influence, Level 5 Felony
•Two (2) counts of Theft, Level 5 Felony
•Three (3) counts of Theft, Level 6 Felony
•Four (4) counts of Ghost Employment, Level 6 Felony
•Four (4) counts of Official Misconduct, Level 6 Felony
•One (1) count of Obstruction of Justice, Level 6 Felony

Noel was arrested Wednesday, November 8, 2023 without incident and with his attorney present.

He was booked into the Clark County Detention Center before being transferred to and incarcerated in the Scott County Detention Center without bond.

On Thursday, November 9 Noel was arraigned at the Clark Circuit Court No. 1, and a cash bond of $75,000 was set.

This investigation is still ongoing and no further information will be released at this time.

Details provided by the Indiana State Police