Medina Township
CRIME & SAFETY
Medina woman dies after being hit in Medina's square
MEDINA — A Medina woman died six days after a vehicle hit her in Medina’s square this month. Helen Vickory, 72, of Medina, died on Aug. 11, several days after a vehicle hit her as she crossed South Court Street in Medina’s square. “Charges will be filed...
Medina, Medina Township and Montville Township police blotter for Aug. 21
10:25 a.m. — East Washington Street; there was a motor vehicle crash with no reported injuries, resulting in a citation/summons. 4:26 p.m. — South Elmwood Avenue/West Smith Road; there was a two-vehicle crash with no reported injuries, resulting in a citation/summons. 5:41 p.m. — Parkview Drive/Wadsworth Road; there...
Akron Police Chase Ends in Fatal Crash, Suspect Killed, Others Injured After Fleeing Traffic Stop
A 29-year-old man was killed in a tragic car crash in Akron after fleeing a traffic stop, as reported by multiple sources. The incident occurred yesterday evening when Akron police attempted to pull over the driver for "suspicious activity" on the 600 block of Copley Road. According to a statement obtained by Cleveland19, the situation escalated when the driver, whose identity had not yet been disclosed, sped away from the scene.
In split decision, state of Ohio denies parole for man who pleaded guilty to 1993 murder of Akron mother
AKRON, Ohio — In a sharply divided vote, the Ohio Parole Board has chosen to deny parole for a man convicted of murdering an Akron mother more than three decades ago. Summit County Prosecutor Elliot Kolkovich announced Wednesday that the state had decided to keep Deonmond Gethers, 49, in prison for at least the next three years. Kolkovich's office took part in Tuesday's hearing before the full board, where representatives "voiced concerns about the risk to the community and the impact this crime had on the victim’s family."
Resident has ‘gut feeling’ something is wrong: Strongsville Police Blotter
On July 30, a concerned passerby called police about a suspicious situation involving a man sitting on top of his vehicle talking to a woman for over an hour. They were in a Pearl Road parking lot. The caller said the couple didn’t appear to be fighting, but she just...
Fairlawn police respond to active shooter call at Summit Mall Sunday
Fairlawn police responded to a report of an active shooter at Summit Mall just before 2 p.m. Sunday, according to officials. Upon arrival, officers could not locate any victims, witnesses or a crime scene, according to Fairlawn police. The mall continued normal operations while officers provided additional security. ...
Driver flees at 110 mph with child in back seat: Broadview Heights Police Blotter
On July 23, police observed a speeding silver Chrysler Sebring traveling 85 mph in a 60 mph zone on I-77 southbound. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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