Bartholomew County law enforcement is investigating a reported home invasion with injury and asking for the public's assistance.

About 8:00 am Wednesday, deputies along with detectives responded to a call regarding an alleged home invasion resulting in physical assault of a female victim between the intersections of South 400 West /  Deaver Road and South 400 West / West 450 South. 

During the investigation, the victim stated that the suspect displayed a firearm. The victim also displayed signs of injuries. 

Deputies have been in the area searching for evidence since the call was received this morning by foot and by the use UTVs. BCSO has also reached out to surrounding agencies for any relevant information to similar crimes that have occurred. 

The Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for assistance if they observed any suspicious vehicles and/or persons in the area during the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. 

Contact Detective Dane Duke at 812-565-5928 with any information no matter how seemingly insignificant. Information can remain anonymous upon request.