Probationary Officer Arrested in Lansing, Michigan

On Monday, October 19, 2009 the Indiana State Police were notified that Probationary Officer (P.O.) Elton D. Jones, 28 of Valparaiso, IN was arrested in the Lansing, Michigan area for allegedly being involved in criminal activity. Based on this preliminary information P.O. Jones was placed on administrative leave without pay pending further developments in the active investigation of the Lansing, Michigan Police Department. 

Earlier this afternoon the Indiana State Police was notified the following charges were filed against Elton Jones:  (All Charges Filed in the State of Michigan)  

1. Armed Robbery (If Convicted, Sentence Term is Life or Any Term of Years)
2. Home Invasion, First Degree (If Convicted, Sentence Term is 20 years)
3. Weapons – Felony Firearm (If Convicted, Sentence Term is Two Years Served Consecutive to any other Sentence

As a result of these charges Elton Jones was provided notice of termination of employment from the Indiana State Police effective today’s date. 

Elton Jones was appointed to the state police on August 21, 2008.  Prior to his termination he was assigned to patrol duties at State Police District 21 in northern Indiana. 

The Indiana State Police does not comment on the investigations of other police agencies.  Inquiries about the investigation should be directed to the Lansing, Michigan Police Department. 

Please direct inquiries about the content of this release to F/Sgt. Bursten, as listed in the header.