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Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in Ohio!
Ohio, known as the Buckeye State, is home to bustling cities, charming small towns, and a rich history that reflects the heart of America. However, like any other state, Ohio faces its share of crime and safety challenges. Home safety is a top priority for residents, as being aware of potential threats can make all the difference in preventing crime. This article aims to educate Ohioans about common signs of suspicious activity and what steps to take if they encounter these threats outside their homes.
8-year-old boy with 'deep neck compressions' found dead inside trash bag in mom’s attic
COLUMBUS, Ohio (TCN) -- A 32-year-old mother and her 33-year-old girlfriend were arrested after the mother’s 8-year-old son was found dead in an attic after being reported missing. On June 28 at 12:04 p.m., Columbus Division of Police officers went to the 1000 block of Olmstead Avenue regarding a...
Ohio judge overturns jury verdict in 'exceptional' murder case
After nearly 15 years on the bench as a Franklin County Common Pleas Court judge, there aren't many firsts left for Mark Serrott. But on Thursday, Serrott granted a new trial for a man who had been found guilty of murder by a jury in May. ...
Fugitive accused of raping children wanted by police
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A man accused of raping two children under the age of 13 is wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and the Columbus Division of Police. Henry Fenelon, 40, is accused of engaging in sexual acts with two children. The alleged victims are 8 and 11 years old. “There’s already multiple victims […]
Person dies in crash after being pinned underneath vehicle
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A person was killed in a crash near downtown Columbus late Sunday night. Police say the crash happened on Interstate 70 westbound near I-71 northbound at about 10:15 p.m. The driver lost control of his or her vehicle when it ran off the road, struck...
Traffic stop leads to drug and firearm seizure, one suspect detained
A traffic stop late last month has led to the seizure of drugs and firearms in Columbus. It occurred on June 28, 2024 around 9:30 p.m., when Columbus Police officers conducted a traffic stop on Airview Drive and Plateau Drive. During the stop, the vehicle fled and crashed in a nearby mobile home park.
Multi-county pursuit across central Ohio ends in arrest
DELAWARE, Ohio (WCMH) — A vehicle chase that crossed multiple central Ohio counties resulted in a Florida man being arrested Tuesday. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), the chase began when an alert was issued for a reportedly stolen 2024 Toyota RAV4 last seen driving on State Route 95 in Richland County. OSHP […]
Four wrongful death lawsuits filed in crash that killed six from Tusky Valley Schools
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Claims out of a series of wrongful death lawsuits filed against a central Ohio trucking company and its driver state they and more "explicitly rejected" crucial safety measures which resulted in a multi-vehicle crash last November east of Columbus that killed six. On November 14th...
Columbus drug trafficker gets prison time in Muskingum County case
A Columbus man pleaded guilty and was sentenced to time in prison recently for trafficking illegal drugs. Equawn J. Crawford, 35, appeared in Muskingum County Common Pleas Court. Judge Kelly Cottrill sentenced Crawford to at least eight years in prison, for his crime of felony drug trafficking with a firearm specification.
Man flashes gun after firefighters told him not to drive over hoses, fire official says
An unknown man flashed a gun during a confrontation with firefighters at a mobile home fire in Franklin Township Monday morning, according to the Columbus Division of Fire. Firefighters received a call about 8:30 a.m. about the blaze at a home in the Avalon Mobile Home Park located in the 1100 block of Geneva Avenue, Battalion Chief Jeff Geitter said.
Man indicted, accused of 2018 Columbus homicide, rape
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A man already in prison now faces charges in connection with the death of a woman in Franklinton in 2018. 41-year-old Dannielle Annette Rowe was found dead in a home in the 100 block of North Central Avenue on May 21, 2018. Police at the...
Car crashes after being pursued through multiple counties, 2 taken into custody
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Two suspects are in custody after they were pursued in multiple counties on Monday afternoon. The Ohio State Highway Patrol said a vehicle which had been reported stolen was seen in Richland County which had been involved in multiple pursuits with prior agencies. Shortly afterward, a trooper in Knox County saw the vehicle headed south on State Route 95.
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