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Breaking – Shots Fired in Circleville
Circleville -In Circleville tonight, residents were shaken as shots rang out, striking a local man’s home. Around 8:00 p.m., reports flooded in of gunfire in the vicinity of Logan Street in Circleville. Initial information suggests that multiple shots were discharged, with several bullets piercing a residence in the 300 block of Walnut Street. Disturbingly, one of the bullets breached the interior of the home, heightening concerns for the safety of those inside.
Man spits on Chillicothe cop, ends up in jail
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A Chillicothe Police Department officer was spit on while responding to a report of a man behaving erratically in traffic on Wednesday. The officer, according to his report, observed a man standing in the middle of Bridge St. at E 5th Street while vehicles were traveling nearby. Upon approaching the individual, later identified as Larry Bowman, the officer was met with an angry verbal barrage.
Chillicothe nursing facility sued for wrongful death
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A new lawsuit has been filed against Westmoreland Place, also known as Westmoreland at CareCore, a local nursing facility. The plaintiffs allege that the facility failed to provide adequate medical care for their loved one, William Allen, ultimately leading to his death. Allen was a short-term...
Local card and shirt store to close after over 50 years
CHILLICOTHE — In his over 50 years in business with Neff's Hallmark Jerry Neff has seen trends come and go through his store. However, he soon won't be a part of his loyal customers' lives as he plans to close the store at the end of May. At Neff's...
Counterfeit cash leads to arrest at a Chillicothe Dollar General
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Local authorities were dispatched to the Dollar General store at 609 Central Center in response to a case involving counterfeit bills. Upon arrival, officers made contact with store employees who reported that a customer, identified as Jamie Ford, attempted to load money onto a prepaid card using four $50 bills. The bills, when checked with a currency marker, were found to be counterfeit. Further inspection revealed that all four bills shared the same serial number, “PG11642988A”.
Man dies after crash in Pickaway County
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — A man died after being ejected from a vehicle in a car crash in Pickaway County. The man was identified as Michael Dille, 69, of Circleville, according to the statement from the Pickaway County Sheriff's Office. Police responded to a call about a crash in...
Frost advisory, freeze warning issued for several Ohio counties
The National Weather Service in Wilmington has issued a freeze warning or frost advisory for multiple Ohio counties for Thursday morning from midnight until 9 a.m. Franklin, Fairfield, Madison and Pickaway counties in central Ohio are under a frost advisory Thursday morning, with temperatures expected to drop to as low as 33 degrees, which will result in the formation of frost.
Hillsboro man charged with bank robbery
A Hillsboro man is being held in the Ross County Jail in Chillicothe after being charged in the April 18 robbery of the Buckeye Savings Bank in Bainbridge. Williams Eads, 49, has been charged with robbery, a third-degree felony, by the Ross County Sheriff’s Office and is being held on a $25,000 bond, according to Chillicothe Municipal Court online records.
Fatal shooting of Ohio Corrections officer killed during exercise at training academy is being investigated as a possible reckless homicide
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The fatal shooting of an Ohio officer during a training exercise at a state corrections department facility earlier this month is being investigated as a possible reckless homicide, according to a published report. The Columbus Dispatch said the information is included in a heavily redacted 18-page report it received from the Ohio […]
Pickaway County Firefighters Respond to Commercial Structure Fire at PPG Industries
Circleville – Early morning on April 23, 2024, at 4:32 a.m., Pickaway County Fire, Harrison fire and Sheriff Department rushed to PPG Industries following reports of a commercial structure fire. Upon arrival, they discovered signs of smoke or fire suppression chemicals emanating from the rear building’s third floor.
Tour showcases Circleville's growth and potential across the county
P3 hosted members of Circleville City Council and administration on a tour of areas experiencing development across Pickaway County. With help and coordination from Sheri Theis, Chair of the Strategic Planning Committee, and Barry Keller, Council President, the tour highlighted the strides made in and around Circleville and across Pickaway County. The tour stops highlighted the collaborative efforts of community stakeholders along with our business, state, and federal partners. Tim...
Chillicothe CPS investigation leads to drug raid and arrests
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio –– Two men and a woman were arrested on Tuesday, April 23, after an encounter with police at a Chillicothe residence. The incident stemmed from a Child Protective Services (CPS) investigation. Officers were dispatched to 465 Willow Lane, to assist a CPS worker in locating a...
Search underway in Chillicothe: Driver flees after crash
CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A search operation is currently underway on Route 772 at Patton Hill Road, following an incident involving a silver car found abandoned in a ditch. The driver of the vehicle reportedly fled the scene, disappearing into a nearby field. Deputies, along with troopers from the Ohio...
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