Judges recused in Alting shoplifting case, former state senator requests jury trial

Republican District 22 state Sen. Ron Alting gives a speech after losing his reelection campaign to Democrat Natasha Baker Nov. 3 at the Tippecanoe County Office Building. Alting previously said he would step down had he won the election. Claire Austin | Asst. Photo Editor Following cases filed Tuesday, Nov. 10, that allege six counts of misdemeanor theft against former state Sen. Ron Alting and four counts against alleged accomplice Pamela Krammes, two Tippecanoe County judges have recused themselves from the cases and requested a special judge be appointed.In an order filed Thursday, Nov. 12, Tippecanoe Superior Court 5 Judge Kristen McVey requested that a special judge be assigned for Alting’s case.

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