The trial of a Spencer County man accused of killing his stepdaughter is expected to begin today in Warrick County.

34-year-old Ryan Shelby was arrested in November 2009 in connection with the death of 15-year-old Alexis Oesterle.  Her body was found behind a shed in the backyard of the family's home. 

Shelby is charged with murder, obstructing justice, and false informing.  if convicted, he could face the death penalty.

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A Hawesville man has been arrested on warrants for attempted murder and assault.

Indiana State Police say 25-year-old Shawn L. McGan was taken into custody at ThyssenKrupp Waupaca in Tell City Friday night.   Warrants had been issued out of Ohio County.  Authorities say it stems from a fight in a church parking lot last fall where the victim was stabbed.

After locating McGan, troopers transported him to the Perry County Jail and he was then returned to Ohio County.

The victim has recovered from injuries sustained in the fight.

Beginning Friday, March 2, troopers from the Indiana State Police, Jasper District will join with County and Local law enforcement agencies in the Drunk Driving. Over the Limit. Under Arrest, March crackdown on impaired and dangerous driving.

Through March 18, officers will work overtime to conduct high-visibility enforcement activities designed specifically to identify impaired drivers. Motorists will also see an increased number of patrols looking for aggressive drivers and unrestrained motorists during the 17-day mobilization.