Presumption of innocence until otherwise proven guilty
November 18, 2022, Madison Police Officer Curtis Shelpman executed a traffic stop on Ivy Tech Drive, for false registration. The driver was identified as Robert W. Wood 58, Aurora, Indiana. Officers noted an open alcohol container in the vehicle upon approach. The subsequent investigation led to the discovery of methamphetamine in the vehicle operated by Wood.
Robert W. Wood was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Jefferson County Jail where he faces a preliminary alleged charge of possession of methamphetamine Level 5 felony. Wood has the presumption of innocence until otherwise proven guilty. Shelpman was assisted by Captain Season Jackson and Patrol Officer Graham Heffelfinger.