Vermillion County – In September of 2021, Indiana State Police Master Trooper Detective Jason Schofstall of the Putnamville State Police Post, began an investigation into a purported Illinois resident claiming a Vermillion County, Indiana residence for voter fraud.  During his investigation it was discovered that Joseph B. Ellis, age 52, of Edgar County, Illinois, was allegedly voting outside his precinct residence and filing unauthorized absentee ballots in Vermillion County, Indiana.

After reviewing the investigation, special prosecutor David O. Thomas issued a summons for Joseph B. Ellis, to appear in Vermillion County Circuit Court on May 17, 2022, at 1:15 p.m.

Summons and Charges:  Joseph B. Ellis, age 51

• Ineligible Voter, Felony 6
• Voting Outside Precinct Residence, Felony 6 (2 counts)
• Unauthorized Absentee Ballot, Felony 6