State police search for Sunman battery suspects

Sunman, Ind. — The Indiana State Police are appealing to possible witnesses in order to find two suspects in a weekend bar fight in Sunman.

A report from the Indiana State Police says troopers and deputies from the Ripley County Sheriff’s Department responded outside Whipple’s Bar at 2 a.m. Saturday. Police say four people were involved in a physical altercation.

As a result, Shane M. Brown, of Lawrenceburg, was taken to Margaret Mary Health then flown to University of Cincinnati Hospital due to head injuries. Brown has been released and is recovering. Andrew Hammann, of Sunman, refused treatment at the scene and later sought care.

Police say any information about the suspects or possible witnesses can be left confidentially by calling 812-689-5000.