Humboldt chief charged following June arrest

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July 28, 2018 - 4:00 AM

Domestic battery and other charges have been filed against Humboldt Police Chief Brian Dillow following his arrest in late June.

The Allen County attorney’s office on Tuesday filed one charge of domestic battery, one charge of battery and two counts of disorderly conduct against Dillow. All are Class B misdemeanors.

Dillow was arrested after sheriff ’s deputies were called to a disturbance in the 1300 block of Central Street in Humboldt the evening of June 27.

Dillow has taken a leave of absence as Humboldt police chief since the arrest. He remains free on bond. A court hearing has been scheduled for Sept. 12.

Scott Aikins, a lieutenant with the Humboldt Police Department, is overseeing the department on an interim basis.

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