EVANSVILLE, Ind. — A decade-long investigation into the 2014 murder of local DJ Shane Breedlove took a significant turn this week, as 29-year-old Bobby Handegard turned himself in to authorities following the issuance of a murder warrant. Handegard, who had been previously charged in connection with Breedlove’s death, is now in police custody.
According to court records, a murder warrant was issued for Handegard, and he was promptly taken into custody. Police confirmed that Handegard has been indicted for the shooting death of Breedlove, which occurred at the intersection of Washington and Thompson streets in Evansville.
In 2015, Handegard, along with two other individuals, was initially charged in connection with Breedlove’s death. However, those charges were later dropped, and the case went cold. The recent development comes as a result of new evidence or legal action, though specific details regarding the re-opening of the case remain scarce.
Breedlove, a well-known figure in the Evansville music scene, was fatally shot nearly a decade ago, and his death has remained one of the city’s most notable unsolved crimes. Authorities have not yet disclosed further details about the circumstances surrounding Handegard’s arrest or the evidence that led to the new indictment.
As of now, Handegard faces formal charges related to the murder, and further legal proceedings are expected in the coming weeks. Police have pledged to continue their investigation into the case, and they promise to keep the public updated as more information becomes available.
The re-arrest of Handegard brings new hope to those seeking justice for Breedlove, and residents of Evansville are eagerly awaiting additional developments in the case.
