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Home » ISP: Portland Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges

ISP: Portland Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges

March 7, 2025 by Indiana Chronicle Leave a Comment

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — On Thursday, March 6, 2025, detectives from the Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, in collaboration with the LaGrange Police Department and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations, arrested a 48-year-old Portland, Indiana man on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including possession of a narcotic drug, possession of a hypodermic syringe, theft, official misconduct, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana.

The investigation originated from a cybertip report received by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and was initially pursued by the Blackford County Sheriff’s Office. When detectives determined the alleged criminal activity was centered in Jay County, the case was transferred to the Indiana State Police for further investigation.

Throughout a five-month investigation, detectives identified a suspect residing near the 800 block of East Race Street in Portland who was believed to be in possession of child pornography. Upon executing a search warrant at the residence, authorities discovered and seized narcotic drugs, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

During the operation, detectives arrested Robert John McFarland of Portland, who was present at the scene.

Further investigation revealed that McFarland was employed as the EMS Director for Jay County EMS and served as a volunteer teacher with the Jay County School Corporation.

McFarland was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Jay County Jail. He faces the following preliminary charges:

  • Possession of a Narcotic Drug – Level 5 Felony (IC 35-48-4-6(b)(1))
  • Possession of a Hypodermic Syringe or Needle – Level 6 Felony (IC 16-42-19-18)
  • Theft – Level 6 Felony (IC 35-43-4-2(1)(A))
  • Official Misconduct – Level 6 Felony (IC 35-44.1-1-1)
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Class C Misdemeanor (IC 35-48-4-8.3)
  • Possession of Marijuana – Class B Misdemeanor (IC 35-48-4-11)

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. There is no further information to release at this time.

All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

SOURCE: Indiana State Police

Filed Under: Indiana Crime, Indiana News Tagged With: Blackford County, Blackford County Sheriff, Child Pornography, Drug Crimes, Indiana Crime, Indiana State Police, Jay County, Jay County EMS, Jay County Jail, Jay County School Corporation, LaGrange Police Department, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Portland, U.S. Homeland Security


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