By MELANIE YINGST

OCM News Service

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TIPP CITY - Miami County Sheriff Office officials charged Edward Huelsman, 49, of Tipp City, with fourth degree felony of carrying a concealed weapon after an altercation with a family member in Tipp City on Jan. 3.

Officials were dispatched to 6733 Bejay Drive, Tipp City, after a report that Huelsman was allegedly trying to run over his brother, Louis Huelsman, with his vehicle.

Officials stopped Edward Huelsman on Evanston Road, and prior to the stop, was warned of the possible threat of Huelsman carrying a handgun.

According to the report, Huelsman was ordered to have both of his hands out of the driver’s window and he complied. Huelsman admitted to having a .38 pistol in his front pants pocket. Huelsman exited the truck with his hands in plain view and without incident.

Officers retrieved a cloth sack from his right front pocket. Huelsman was asked if he had a license to carry the concealed weapon. Huelsman told the officer the Second Amendment gave him the right to bear arms. 

According to the report, Huelsman was asked again if he had a concealed carry license and he answered no. Officers found the .38 pistol fully loaded with six rounds and one in the chamber, ready to fire. Huelsman was read his Miranda rights and didn’t speak to the officer.

According to Paul Huelsman, who was at the intial location of the report, Edward arrived at the residence at Bejay Drive, Tipp City, to take him to Bible study when his son Louis arrived unannounced. According to the report, Louis harassed Edward about returning some of his property. When Edward got into his vehicle to leave, Louis jumped onto the hood to keep him from leaving. According to Paul Huelsman, Edward drove slowly for a short distance with Louis on the hood before ultimately stopping. Louis left in a van without further incident.

According to the report, Edward Huelsman was not charged in relation to the incident with his brother Louis. Edward was transported to the Miami County Jail and incarcerated on one charge of carrying a concealed weapon without a permit or a license to carry, a fourth degree felony.