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ODOT: Bridge maintenance project gets underway this week
As part of a bridge maintenance project on structures in Clinton and Clermont counties, lane restrictions will be in effect this week on state Route 73 at Wilmington, according to the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). Contractors for ODOT will be repairing concrete and sealing situated over U.S. 22 and...
Batavia Police Chief on Administrative Leave Amid Investigation into Alleged Misconduct
The small Clermont County community of Batavia finds its Police Chief, Jim Young, placed on administrative leave as the village conducts an investigation into alleged misconduct. Mayor C. Scott Runck disclosed that this move is part of a standard procedure meant to ensure the investigation remains fair and impartial, without divulging specifics on the nature of the allegations or the details of the investigation.
Structure fire reported on Arrowhead Trail in Miami Township
A structure fire has been reported on Arrowhead Trail in Miami Township. Emergency crews from Clermont and Hamilton counties are responding to the scene, at the Arrowhead Apartments. The extent of the damages is unknown at this time, but no injuries have been reported. Click the video player above to...
Former Milford city manager accused of soliciting minor
The former city manager of Milford in Clermont County has been charged with importuning, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and Montgomery County Sheriff Rob Streck announced Monday. Michael Doss was charged Monday in the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas with one count of importuning, a fifth-degree felony. An undercover...
Father serving prison time for killing three sons
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Clermont County man who killed his three sons is now in prison, according to online records. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction lists Chad Doerman, 33, as being an inmate at the Correctional Reception Center. According to ODRC, Doerman arrived on Aug. 6. Doerman murdered his three sons at […]
Tri-State police chief put on administrative leave
BATAVIA, Ohio - The police chief of this small Clermont County village of just under 2,000 residents says he’s been put on paid administrative leave amid an investigation. “I was notified today at 5 p.m. that I am being placed on administrative leave with pay pending an investigation of an allegation of misconduct on duty,” Chief Jim Young said in a statement to FOX19 NOW late Thursday.
Greater Cincinnati police chief placed on administrative leave during investigation
CLERMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WKRC) - The village of Batavia's Police Chief Jim Young has been placed on administrative leave. According to Mayor C. Scott Runck, Young was placed on leave as part of an ongoing investigation. He also said that the decision was made to "ensure a fair and impartial process."
'Animals' lives are at stake': Clermont County shelter under scrutiny
CINCINNATI (WKRC) – The Clermont County Animal Shelter received increased scrutiny over short staffing, how animals are treated and questions about its spending. The county administration took over the running of the shelter in 2021 from the private humane society agency that also runs the Hamilton County shelter. But...
Ohio Father Reads Bible to Sons Before Murdering Them
An Ohio father faces life in prison with no parole after brutally killing his 3 sons. Now, stomach-churning details emerge in the aftermath of his 2023 murders. Recently, Chad Doerman pleads guilty to 3 counts of aggravated murder, among other charges. Beforehand, he solemnly tells them he loves them and how they're 'the best boys ever.' Afterwards, he shot them one by one. Now, Clermont County Prosecuting Attorney Mark J. Tekulve shares the last moments of the kids and some chilling information on the father's behavior.
Clermont County woman accused of killing mother with car ruled incompetent to stand trial
Press ReleaseJune 15, 2024UPDATE at 3:40PM:Joyce Millette 64 has succumb to her injuries and is now deceased. Anna Millette 23 is being treated at University Hospital for injuries sustained from her auto crash when fleeing. Upon release from the hospital, she will be incarcerated in the Clermont County jail for murder and felonious assault on police officers. This release will be updated soon with a short body cam video that shows the danger the officers were involved in. Mike MillsChief of Police————————————————————-Miami Township Police Detectives are currently investigating an attempted homicide on Deerhaven Court Officers were...
Crash with injuries reported on State Route 133 in Franklin Township
FELICITY, Ohio — A crash with injuries has been reported on State Route 133 in Franklin Township. Clermont County emergency crews are responding to the scene, just south of Felicity. The extent of the injuries is unknown at this time, as well as the number of vehicles involved. For...
Batavia OSHP Post investigating two-vehicle, fatal crash
GOSHEN TOWNSHIP – The Batavia Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal traffic crash involving two vehicles that occurred on Saturday, Aug. 10 at approximately 9:09 p.m. The crash occurred on state Route 28 at milepost 7 in Goshen Township, Clermont County. The preliminary investigation...
'This will be my last good meal': Father went fishing, coached third base, listened to 'Happy in Hell' before murdering his 3 sons with a rifle
Prosecutors revealed shocking additional evidence in a case one of their own once called the "worst crime" he had ever seen. There's now a clearer picture of why. The post ‘This will be my last good meal’: Father went fishing, coached third base, and listened to ‘Happy in Hell’ before murdering his 3 sons with a rifle, prosecutors reveal first appeared on Law & Crime.
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