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Bartlesville Man Arrested for Continuous Stalking
A 65-year-old Bartlesville man was seen in Washington County Court on the felony charge of stalking. Joe Ballew is alleged of stalking the victim in this case by following her and her boyfriend, sitting outside her apartment, and showing up at friends and family houses looking for her. According to...
Washington County honors former sheriff Patrick Ballard
Dispatcher: “All units, Sheriff Pat Ballard is not responding. This is the final call for retired Sheriff Pat Ballard. … He went to rest on July 10, 2024. … His dedication to the law enforcement community was truly unmatched. … His legacy lives on to inspire everyone what a true hero is. … Sheriff Ballard is now 10-7." The final words spoken at retired Washington County Sheriff Patrick Jay Ballard's graveside service over a police radio was...
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