Showing posts with label Indiana State Police. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Indiana State Police. Show all posts

Thursday, October 31, 2019

Keep Kids Safe This Halloween by Following These Tips

Posted on October 31, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI

Tonight’s the night that many communities will have costumed kids trickling through the streets, trick-or-treating from door to door.

The Indiana State Police have provided a few safety tips to keep in mind to ensure your holiday is good spooky fun rather than seriously scary.

Motorists need to slow down and drive with extra caution and pedestrians should be sure to utilize sidewalks where possible and to look both ways before crossing the street.

Don’t wear costumes or masks that restrict mobility or your sight and bring along a flashlight, glow stick or some kind of reflective material to increase visibility.

Children should always trick-or-treat with an adult or in a group and be sure to use the buddy system when traveling from house to house.

If a child gets separated from their group, inform them that they should stay where they’re at and ask an adult with children for help. Provide your child with your cell phone number in case they get lost and need to contact you.

Children should only accept treats at the doorway of a home and should never enter the house of a stranger. Adults should always inspect treats before children are permitted to eat them. Only approach houses you trust or ones that have their porch light on.

Another way parents can feel safer before heading out is to know which houses to avoid.

Each county’s sex and violent offender registry can be accessed online. (You may need to adjust the settings on your computer to allow for Adobe Flash Player to work so you can select your county from the map.)

The database contains information provided by law enforcement agencies all across the country.

The tool allows you to enter in an address, that can be your own residence or someplace you’ll be trick-or-treating near, such as a school or government building. It then provides a list of offenders in the area as well as details like a picture, full names, descriptions and specific offenses.

However, it’s important to note that registered sex offenders are informed that they’re not permitted to participate in this youth-oriented activity.

For more than a decade the Indiana Department of Corrections has participated in a state-wide initiative called ‘Operation Safe Halloween’ as a way to monitor sex offenders and keep them off community streets during the holiday.

IDOC officials report that each year, staff members in the Parole Services Division work with local law enforcement, probation, and community corrections agencies to ensure full compliance and accountability.

As with previous years, sex offenders who remain at their approved residence are advised to turn off their outside lights during the evening hours, refrain from displaying Halloween decorations, and some will post signs that they are not participating in passing out candy.

All sex offenders will also be subject to unannounced home visits and compliance checks.

For additional information, follow the links provided above.

Thursday, October 24, 2019

ISP and Local Agencies to Partner with DEA for Drug Take-Back Day This Weekend

Posted on October 24, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI

In order to help curb the misuse of prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications, the Indiana State Police and local agencies will be teaming up with the DEA for the bi-annual ‘Drug Take-Back Day’ this weekend.

Authorities report that it is unsafe to keep unneeded medications in your home and flushing them or washing them down the drain is potentially harmful to water treatment facilities. 

Drug Take-Back Day, which will be recognized in multiple locations around the state from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, October 26th, offers residents a chance to get rid of pills, cough syrup, and any other unwanted, expired, or unused medications that have been piling up around their homes.

Citizens wishing to participate may drop off liquid or pill medications, with no questions asked, at any ISP post, with the exception of Toll Roads. No needles will be accepted.

Some local agencies will also be participating. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office will be stationed at the Plymouth Walgreens and their Department also features a 24/7 drop box and Bremen Police Reserves will be set up in the parking lot of the Town’s CVS Pharmacy.

To find additional drop-off spots in your area, click the following link to use the DEA’s Collection Site Locator.

Friday, August 2, 2019

State Police Issue Safety Tips for Drivers, Students As School Year Approaches

Posted on August 2, 2019
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI

With many local students returning to class next week, Indiana State Police have issued a few safety tips. Drivers are reminded to watch for stopped school buses in the morning and afternoon, as well as children waiting at bus stops and walking to and from school.

When you drive in a school zone, follow the speed limit, never pass other vehicles, and obey the signals of crossing guards. Never text while driving and avoid talking on a cell phone.

Students riding the bus should arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to get there and stay out of the street while waiting. Those walking to school should leave home early enough to arrive at least 10 minutes before school starts. It’s also best for students to walk in a group, use the same route every day, and stay on public sidewalks and designated crosswalks.

Student drivers are reminded not to use cell phones, carry extra passengers, or speed.

Wednesday, February 6, 2019

More Than 460 Automated External Defibrillators Donated to Indiana State Police Since 2014

Posted on February 6, 2019
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI

Indiana State Police Troopers are now better equipped to assist individuals suffering from cardiac arrest and other heart problems thanks to a recent equipment donation.

This year, the Bolt for the Heart Foundation was able to provide 134 Automated External Defibrillators (AED) to the Indiana State Police.

While Bolt for the Heart was able to raise funds to purchase 114 of those units during their Thanksgiving Day fundraising run, the remainder of the units were bought with a special donation from HeartSaver.

HeartSaver is a committee of volunteers representing the Deaconess Foundation and the Heart Hospital at Deaconess Gateway in Evansville.

Governor Eric J. Holcomb welcomed ISP, Bolt for the Heart and HeartSaver representatives into his office in January to recognize this incredible effort.

Back in 2014 Bolt for the Heart pledged to put an AED unit in as many state police road patrol vehicles as possible.

This most recent donation brings the total number of AED units donated up to 465. The value of this equipment exceeds $600,000, according to an ISP press release.

When asked to comment on what the future holds for Bolt for the Heart, the president of the non-profit organization Pierre Twer said they’re ready to turn their efforts toward the many other local and county police agencies in Indiana that could benift by having an AED in their patrol vehicles.

He noted that their ultimate goal is to have an AED in every police vehicle in Indiana.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

ISP Collects More Than 2,000 Pounds of Prescription Drugs During Weekend Take Back Event

Posted on October 31, 2018
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI

More than 2,000 pounds of unwanted prescription drugs were collected at Indiana State Police posts over the weekend. State Police and law enforcement agencies across the country teamed up with the Drug Enforcement Administration Saturday for the 16th nationwide Prescription Drug Take Back Day.

Locally, the Bremen Post collected 20 pounds of medications, while the Lowell Post collected 6.5. The Bremen Police Department also had a collection point at the town’s CVS Pharmacy.

The goal of the take back initiative is to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft by collecting expired, unused, and unwanted medications for proper disposal.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

State, Local Police to Take Part in Saturday’s Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative

Posted on October 24, 2018
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI

You can help prevent prescription drug abuse by turning in unused medications during this Saturday’s Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Indiana State Police and law enforcement agencies across the country are teaming up with the Drug Enforcement Administration for the 16th nationwide collection event.

Residents will be able to turn in expired, unused, and unwanted liquid and pill medications for free and with no questions asked. Needles will not be accepted, though.

State police say the rates of prescription drug abuse and overdoses are alarmingly high, and most of those drugs are obtained from family and friends. Not only does Saturday’s collection event seek to address that issue, but it also helps reduce the health and safety hazards of throwing drugs in the trash or flushing them down the toilet.

Saturday’s Drug Take Back event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. local time. Locally, drugs may be turned in at the Indiana State Police Bremen Post at 1425 Miami Trail and the Lowell Post at 1550 East 181st Avenue. Bremen Police will also have a collection point set up at the town’s CVS Pharmacy. A complete list of collection sites may be found on the Drug Enforcement Administration’s website.

Monday, June 25, 2018

Million Meal Movement Gives ISP Resources to Help Feed Hoosier Families

Posted on June 23, 2018
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI

ISP Troopers are now better equipped to provide help when they’re dealing with people in need of nutrition assistance.

At the beginning of this month, the Million Meal Movement provided the Indiana State Police with more than 300 meal packets that contain enough nutrients to feed a family of four. Troopers received the packets in order to carry them in their patrol cars to assist hungry Hoosiers across the state.

According to an ISP press release, Dan and Nancy Hintz began Million Meal Movement in 2007 with a vision to feed the hungry and teach the importance of volunteerism. Since then, more than 28 million families have received meals made of healthy, delicious ingredients designed to satisfy hunger while providing essential nutrients thanks to the volunteers who work with this program.

For more information, visit millionmealmovement.org.

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

This Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Posted on October 24, 2017
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI

This Saturday, individuals have the opportunity to help prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. The Indiana State Police and the Drug Enforcement Agency are holding the 14th Prescription Drug Take Back on Saturday October 28th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This service is free, anonymous and there are no questions asked. The initiative addresses the prevalent public safety and health issue of prescription drugs being obtained from family and friends in order to be abused or sold. In the past 13 drug take back events, the DEA and its partners have taken in over 8.1 million pounds of pills, which is more than 4,000 tons.

The program is unable to accept liquids, needles or sharps. They only accept prescription pills and patches. Follow this link to find the nearest drop-off spot in your area.

Thursday, September 21, 2017

State Police to Target Commercial Vehicle Drivers in Seatbelt Enforcement Blitz Next Week

Posted on September 21, 2017
Author Michael Gallenberger, WKVI

Indiana State Police will be making sure drivers of commercial vehicles are properly wearing seatbelts. Commercial motor vehicle officers and motor carriers inspectors will take part in a statewide commercial vehicle enforcement blitz next week.

Officers say the problem isn’t limited to drivers simply not wearing their seatbelt. They say many commercial vehicle drivers are using a device designed to reduce tension on the shoulder. But police say that makes the seatbelt less effective. It’s also against the law.

State police say their goal is to get drivers to wear their seatbelt voluntarily, but they will be issuing tickets when warranted.

Officers point out that semi tractors don’t have airbags, as passenger cars do. That means drivers can be thrown out of their seat, in the event of a crash.

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Know Your Charities and Where Your Money Is Going

Indiana State Police - Public Information Office

With all the charities that are asking for your hard earned money, there are people and organizations that are posing as legitimate charities or fund raisers who are putting your money in their bank accounts.  They say they represent nonprofit organizations and they are scamming people out of cash and credit card numbers to benefit themselves.

People who have donated money to the Flora Fire Fund or to the Abby and Libby fund, be sure and check to see they are legitimate charities.  Information has been received that there are scams going on using these two charities to try to work on your sympathy to send money.  Be sure and ask questions when you are called or if you call a number you found on the internet for those soliciting funds to support any legitimate causes.  Questions that a scammer does not like to be asked are;

  1. May I have your business license number?
  2. Do you belong to the Chamber of Commerce?
  3. May I call your local Chamber of Commerce?
  4. What is the name of your banker so I can verify your statements?
  5. May I have your broker's license number?
  6. What sort of references can you provide?
  7. Can you give me addresses where I can see samples of your work?
  8. Do you mind if I get a second opinion?
  9. Do you mind if I check with the local authorities?
  10. May I have your contractor's license number?
  11. Do you mind if I verify that procedure with my banker and/or my attorney? 

After asking a few of the questions, scammers will usually hang up.  They want to be the ones to ask questions not answer them.

If you feel that you are being scammed, hang up and notify your local police department or the Indiana State Police.  If you have given money or used a credit card or have sent a check, cancel the check and notify your credit card company immediately to stop payment.  We only investigate the alleged scam.  It is the opinion of the local prosecutor if there is sufficient evidence to file charges or not.  If a credit card is used and you are not liable for the charges, the credit card company is the victim not you.  It will be the opinion of the credit card company to pursue charges or not.

Always check into any type of fund raising organization if you are not familiar with them.  It is better to spend a little time and save your money than to try and get the money back after it is gone.

Friday, May 12, 2017

State Officials Warn of Deadly “Gray Death” Heroin

Posted on May 12, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI

State officials from several agencies are warning of an extremely potent and potentially deadly mix of heroin that has made its way into Indiana.

It’s known as Gray Death and is a mixture of heroin, fentanyl, carfentanil and other synthetic opioids. At least one person has overdosed in central Indiana this week.

Carfentanil is used as a tranquilizing agent for elephants and other large mammals. It’s 10,000 times more potent than morphine and 100 times more potent than fentanyl. Law enforcement officials say it’s often mixed in with drugs like cocaine or crystal meth, and often end users have no idea their drugs have been tainted.

Officials from Indiana State Police, State of Indiana Emergency Medical Service, Stare Fire Marshal and Indiana State Department of Health say the drugs put emergency responders as well as users and their families at risk.

State EMS Medical Director Dr. Michael Olinger says even a tiny amount of the wrong substance can be deadly. Opioids can come in several forms, including powder, blotter paper, tablets and spray and can be absorbed through the skin or accidental inhalation of airborne powder.

Olinger says there’s always a chance family members or friends may come into contact with dangerous substances while working to save their loved one.

Response personnel should exercise extreme caution with any suspected opioid delivery method. Always wear gloves and masks when responding to any situation where carfentanil or fentanyl is suspected, and cover as much skin as possible when responding to any potential overdose situation.

Signs of exposure include respiratory depression or arrest, drowsiness or profound exhaustion, disorientation, sedation, pinpoint pupils and clammy skin. The onset of these symptoms may occur within minutes of exposure.

Seek immediate medical attention, as carfentanil and other fentanyl-related substances can work very quickly. Any needle stick should be medically evaluated as soon as possible.

Do not touch any potential drug materials or paraphernalia. Carfentanil can be absorbed through the skin or accidental inhalation of airborne powder. Avoid coming into contact with needles, bags or other paraphernalia. Do not disturb any powder that may be in the area.

Responders should also be ready to manage the victim’s airway in the event of exposure. Opioids override the body’s breathing reflex, causing victims to suffocate. Naloxone is an antidote for opioid overdose, but it might not be available.

Providing breathing assistance could help prolong the victim’s life while waiting for emergency medical services to arrive. Even if naloxone is available, always send an overdose victim to the hospital for monitoring. Naloxone may wear off before the effects of the opioid, making it possible for the victim to stop breathing again.

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Drug Take Back Event Set for this Saturday

Posted on April 27, 2017
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI

The Indiana State Police and the Drug Enforcement Administration are partnering to sponsor a drug take back event this Saturday.

The 13th annual prescription drug take back initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs.

Liquid and pill medications that are expired, unwanted or unused may be disposed of as a free service at any Indiana State Police Post, except the Toll Road Post this Saturday, April 29. The event is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time. Needles, new or used, will NOT be accepted. No questions will be asked.

Officials from both the Indiana State Police and DEA will properly dispose of the medications without a threat to the environment.

A list of state police post locations can be found here.

Saturday, April 22, 2017

Indiana State Police Troopers Urge Drivers to Buckle up

Posted on April 22, 2017
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI

With the investigation of two separate vehicle accidents that ejected multiple people out of vehicles, Indiana State Police troopers urge drivers and passengers to use seat belts.

Indiana law requires all passengers to be restrained while in a moving vehicle. Children and adults need to be properly restrained while the vehicle is in operation. If anyone is observed not wearing a seat belt, law enforcement can write a ticket for the law violation.

A total of 21,022 drivers and passengers died in 2014 as the result of motor vehicle crashes and more than 2.3 million people were injured and treated in emergency departments, as detailed by America’s Health Rankings United Health Foundation. In addition to those statistics, over half of teens and adults who died in those crashes were not wearing their seat belts at the time of the crash.

Information compiled by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute revealed that there were 250 unrestrained passenger vehicle fatalities in Indiana. That is a 31.6 percent decrease from the previous year.

In June 2015, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute Law Enforcement Liaison conducted an observation seat belt study to determine usage rates for drivers and passengers of all vehicles. That study found that pickup truck occupant usage rates for 2015 was at 83.1 percent and the car rate was at 94.8 percent.

Troopers ask that everyone buckles up every time for every trip, long or short.

Thursday, March 2, 2017

Indiana State Police Announce March Enforcement Blitz

Posted on March 2, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI

The Indiana State Police and local law enforcement agencies are teaming up to crack down on aggressive and impaired drivers during the month of March.

ISP Superintendent Doug Carter says March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day are festive occasions, and the law enforcement community wants to ensure they are celebrated safely.

The increased patrols are supported by federal funding allocated to the state police from the Traffic Safety Division of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI). Troopers will work overtime to conduct observational patrols and sobriety checkpoints around the clock.

Last March in Indiana there were 495 alcohol-related crashes, resulting in 231 injuries and 11 fatalities. Additionally, during the same period, crash reports indicate 1,128 collisions occurred due to dangerous driving, resulting in 260 injuries and two fatalities. Dangerous driving includes factors such as speed too fast for weather conditions, distracted and fatigued driving.

Crashes resulting from dangerous and impaired driving are preventable. The Indiana State Police and ICJI encourage revelers to plan a safe way home before the celebration begins. Do not drive impaired, and call 911 if you see a drunk driver on the road. Also, if you know someone is about to drive or ride under the influence, take their keys and help make arrangements to get them home safely.

Friday, February 17, 2017

ISP Warns of Thieves Targeting Grieving Families

Posted on February 17, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI

Thieves are adding insult to injury for grieving families by trolling obituaries and breaking into their homes during visitations and funerals. Officials with the Indiana State Police Lowell Post note a number of burglaries have occurred in the past year in Starke, Pulaski, Jasper and Newton Counties.

They add thieves can find information and hours when victims will be gone by reading obituaries published online or in newspapers.

ISP officials recommend having someone stay at your home during the wake, memorial or funeral service. Another theft deterrent is a security system with a direct link to a monitoring service. Some include outdoor cameras, automated lighting and alarms.

Also, use locks and secure your home every time you leave, even if you are just running a quick errand. You can also notify your local police department and ask them to do extra patrols by your home during the visitation and funeral.

Tuesday, December 27, 2016

ISP Releases More Information About Fatal Police Shooting

Posted on December 27, 2016
Author Mary Perren, WKVI

The Indiana State Police have released more information in last week’s fatal, police-involved Starke County shooting.

William R. Newman, 46, of Plymouth had an active Fulton County warrant for failure to appear for dealing methamphetamine and was also wanted for a parole violation by the Indiana State Parole Board.

Officers from the Starke County Sheriff’s Office and Knox City Police Department were trying to serve a felony warrant at Bailey’s Furniture, located just south of Toto Road on U.S. 35 last Wednesday morning.

In the process of the warrant service, investigators say a black GMC pickup truck drove through the closed garage door of the business and struck a marked Starke County Sheriff’s patrol car. The GMC driver then tried to run over another officer while attempting to flee.

That’s when officers fired their weapons, striking the truck and the driver, who was the sole occupant. He was taken to Starke Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

According to the Indiana State Police, Knox City Police Chief Harold Smith, Cpl. Chad Dulin and Detective Donald Ferguson with the Starke County Sheriff’s Office were involved in the shooting. The three have a combined 40 years of law enforcement service. None of the officers were injured.

Friday, October 21, 2016

Annual Drug Take Back Initiative Seeks Safe Disposal of Prescription Meds

Posted on October 21, 2016
Author Tyler Maffitt, WKVI

The Indiana State Police is participating in a nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” Initiative this weekend.

October 22nd will mark the 12th annual event for individuals to dispose of their prescription medications in a safe, no questions asked environment. The initiative is being sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) with disposal sites set-up across the country. The Indiana Prescription Drug Abuse Task Force is also participating.

State Police say they will have locations for drop-offs on Saturday at each of their posts, including the Bremen Post in Marshall County. The toll road location will not be participating for safety reasons. State Police will also have a location in Indianapolis on Friday.

According to information provided by organizers of the “Prescription Drug Take Back” Initiative, liquid and pill medications will be accepted. Needles used for certain treatment programs will not be accepted.

Indiana residents may drop-off their medication between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

ISP Officials Warn of Computer Scam

Posted on October 21, 2016
Author Mary Perren, WKVI

A scam involving internet users is making the rounds, according to the Indiana State Police. They’ve gotten several reports of people receiving random tech support pop-up ads while surfing the web. The messages ask the user to call a telephone number to fix a problem with the machine and strongly suggest it be done immediately.

ISP officials say the person who answers the telephone may ask for money to be sent to them so you can download “their software,” or they may ask for your password and other information in order to gain remote access to your machine. Granting them such access leaves your computer vulnerable to the theft of sensitive data.

The ISP recommends never giving control of your computer to a third-party who calls you out of the blue or contacts you via popup message. Also, do not rely on caller ID to determine whether a call is legitimate, as criminals often spoof numbers to make it appear the call is originating from a reputable organization.

Never give your credit card or other financial information to someone who calls and claims to be from tech support, and do not give your password out over the telephone. The ISP stresses no legitimate organization calls or sends you a pop-up seeking your password. If you have any questions, call your computer security software company directly for assistance.

Anyone who paid for bogus charges via credit card can call the issuing bank and ask that the charges be reversed. Also, if you believe someone may have accessed your personal or financial information, visit the Federal Trade Commission identity theft website.

ISP officials note such scams typically occur when a computer is infected with adware or a potentially unwanted program. They are usually acquired when someone installs some type of free software with adware bundled into its installation.

Monday, June 13, 2016

Indiana Pilots Program Designed to Enforce Overweight Truck Limits

 
 
A new pilot program is looking to extend the life of Indiana’s roadways and capture revenue that the state believes is currently being evaded.
INDOT, IDOR, the Indiana State Police, and Kapsch Traffic Com launched the Indiana Direct Weigh-in Motion and Credential Enforcement program on Friday morning.
It will be used along Interstate 94 in Northwest Indiana near Chesterton. According to information provided by the Indiana Department of Transportation, one 80-thousand pound truck causes as much damage to the roadway as 9,600 cars.
The pilot program is designed to gather data about commercial truck traffic and ultimately recommend legislative changes to modernize the state’s overweight vehicle enforcement program.
Those in violation of their weight permit would see their license plate captured by the technology and mailed a violation ticket.
The program was started Friday morning during a ceremony near Chesterton.

Friday, May 6, 2016

Protect Yourself From Internet & Telephone Phishing Scams

The Indiana State Police is sharing important information provided by the Indiana Office of Technology to help Hoosiers protect themselves from Internet and telephone phishing scam.

The Indiana Information Sharing and Analysis Center (IN-ISAC) -- a joint effort of the Indiana State Police, Indiana Office of Technology, the Indiana Fusion Center and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security -- was established in Fall 2015 to help further secure state government from cyber threats and to help educate the public about cybersecurity.

Here are some tips about phishing. For more cybersecurity tips, visit http://cybersecurity.IN.gov.

Beware of phishing attempts

All Hoosiers must be careful not to fall victim to phishing, a particularly misleading and dangerous type of spam. Phishing (pronounced “fishing”) is the illicit attempt by criminals to obtain personal information. Phishing may occur by email, on Internet sites or over the phone by real people or robotic calls.

Phishing messages generally have the following characteristics:
They are unsolicited.They contain an urgent request for personal financial information. To entice a response, they frequently contain exciting or upsetting statements.They will purport to be from a legitimate business (banks, PayPal, e-Bay, etc.)They are generally not personalized, though they can be. You may be directed to fill out a form in the email, go to a linked website or call a telephone number.
The sender will eventually seek some or all of the following:
NameAddressDate of birthBank account or credit card informationSocial security numberLogin IDs and passwords

The phisher’s goal is to fraudulently gain your information and use it for personal gain. The number and sophistication of phishing scams sent out to consumers are increasing rapidly. While online banking and e-commerce are safe, consumers as a general rule must be careful about giving out personal financial information over the Internet or by telephone.

What should I do if I receive a "phishing" message?

Most legitimate businesses will not solicit such information through email. If you believe it is legitimate, call a customer service number (not one listed in the email) or type the legitimate company URL directly into the address line (do not cut and paste from the email).

The site below can be referenced to see if the message you have received is part of a phishing attack. Failing to find your particular message on any list does not make it legitimate!

MillerSmiles - http://www.millersmiles.co.uk.

Phishing techniques designed to trick recipients

To lure people into responding, phishers try to use:
Realistic looking and sounding messagesEffective use of legitimate company logos in counterfeit messagesParts of legitimate company names in phony URLsRedirected links making it appear as if a legitimate address is being accessed when actually the victim is being routed to a phony imitation of the legitimate entityPhone systems used as part of scams to gather confidential information instead of an electronic formFake yellow security lock graphics. Typically, double-clicking on the lock displays the security certificateSpoofing or forging https:// in the URL to give the appearance of a secure site

Log onto http://cybersecurity.IN.gov for more information on phishing and other cybersecurity issues or subscribe to the IN-ISAC email list.