Arrest at Miami Correctional Facility

Bunker Hill, Ind. – On February 21, 2020 Jacueline Clouser, age 47, from [Sharpsville, Indiana] was arrested for allegedly violating Indiana Code 35-44.1-3-5, Conspiracy to Commit Trafficking with an inmate. The investigation occurred earlier on the date of her arrest when information was developed Clouser was attempting to traffic tobacco products to offenders at the facility.  At the time of her arrest Clouser was employed by the Aramark Corporation, a contract food service provider for the Indiana Department of Correction.

Warden William Hyatte commented, “It is sad this takes place in the Department of Correction and I hate seeing contract staff members go to jail. That being said, we have a zero tolerance for trafficking with offenders and I will not hesitate to seek prosecution." Hyatte continued, "I am thankful for our Correctional Police Officers and other staff who worked together on this investigation.  This should serve as a warning to anyone contemplating trafficking with an offender; it will not be tolerated."

After her arrest Clouser was transported to the Miami County Jail for further processing.  Questions about the status of Clouse's employment should be directed to the Aramark Corporation. 

In Photo L-R CPO Matthew Bishir, CPO Tim Dice and Suspect Jacurline Clouser

Mugshot Photo of Jacueline Clouser Courtesy of the Miami County Sheriff's Department

About Trafficking:

Trafficking in a correctional facility is defined as the act of buying or selling of illegal substances or substances which may be legal but are not permitted in a correctional environment, such as the sale or trade of tobacco products.

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Persons Arrested are Presumed Innocent Until Proven Guilty in a Court of Law