Union City
CRIME & SAFETY
2 arrested after discovery of drugs during traffic stop
UNION CITY – The Union City Police Department is pleased to announce the arrest of Tabitha St. Myers and Jamie Hiestand following a traffic stop on North Howard Street. During the stop, our K9 Blaise conducted a free air sniff of their vehicle and alerted officers to the presence of illegal substances. A subsequent search led to the discovery of methamphetamine and gabapentin pills.
Driver cited in rollover crash
GREENVILLE — On July 18, at approximately 10:06 a.m., Darke County Deputies along with Greenville Township Rescue, Greenville Township Fire and Greenville Police Department responded to U.S. Route 36 East and Jaysville-St. Johns Road for a two-vehicle injury accident with one vehicle rolled over. Preliminary investigation revealed a red...
Report: Jay County man drank 12-18 beers before accident that claimed father-in-law's life
PORTLAND, Ind. — Prosecutors allege a Jay County man drank 12 to 18 beers before he drove a utility task vehicle that his father-in-law fell out of, suffering a fatal head injury. Terry David Emerick, 49, of Pennville, was charged Wednesday in Jay Superior Court with causing death when driving while intoxicated, a Level 4 felony carrying up to 12 years in prison. ...
New Greenville Chief of Police sworn in 2 weeks after predecessor’s resignation
GREENVILLE, Ohio (WDTN) — After the official resignation of Greenville Chief Eric Roberts two weeks ago, a new chief of police has been sworn in. Ryan Benge was officially sworn in as Greenville Chief of Police on Wednesday, July 17. Our partners at The Daily Advocate were there as he was sworn in alongside his […]
Witt sentenced for possession of drugs
GREENVILLE — A Versailles male was sentenced on the original charge of aggravated possession of drugs. Judge Travis L. Fliehman presided. Kyron J. Witt, 24, of Versailles, was sentenced after his In Lieu of Conviction on the original charge of possession of drugs, a felony of the fifth degree was deemed unsuccessful due to a probation violation and driving under the influence of alcohol/drug allegations. Witt originally pleaded guilty in 2022. He had no prior felonies, nor prior records, only had a DUI and was granted ILC with the notion he would not violate the terms of the agreement. His defense attorney David Rohrer advised the court that this case fits the mold for a community control sanction sentence.
Wayne HC active shooter training
GREENVILLE — Wayne HealthCare, in collaboration with the Greenville Police Department, Greenville Township Emergency Services, Greenville Fire Department, and the Darke County Sheriff Department will be conducting an active shooter drill on Wednesday, July 31. The drill will begin at approximately 8 a.m. and is expected to last for three to four hours.
Greenville Police Department – Police Reports
On July 6th, 2024 at approximately 4:15 AM a PO was out with a vehicle at W Main St and Chestnut St. While on duty during the above date and time he observed a white Dodge truck parked in front of 416 W Main St running with a male subject slumped over the wheel. Once arriving at the vehicle PO observed the owner, Christopher Campbell, to be in the driver seat asleep with an opened can of beer in the cup holder beside him. PO knocked multiple times on the driver side window along with shining his flashlight but was unable to wake him for an extended period of time. Once Christopher was awake he stated he had a long day working at the Merchant House and fell asleep. Christopher stated he left there at approximately 12:30 AM that night and went straight home. PO advised Chris it was now past 4 am, and asked if he had been parking there the whole time. Chris then stated he dropped a friend off at home first and got the beer in the cup holder from him. PO advised Christopher that he could be charged with multiple charges. PO issued Christopher a citation for open container and he was advised of his court date. Once the citation was issued he went inside his residence for the night.
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