CRIME & SAFETY
Thief swaps one Kia for another: Parma Police Blotter
On March 12, a Grovewood Avenue resident woke up to find that they were the victim of what most Kia vehicle owners hope to avoid. 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.
Woman charged with murder in shooting that involved police gunfire
The FOX 8 I-TEAM has learned the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department has filed murder charges against the driver of a car in a deadly shooting that also led to Cleveland Police gunfire.
Parma police report successful deer culling program
PARMA, Ohio -- Nearly 150 deer were culled as part of Parma’s first program, which began in December and is finishing up this week. “Part of our mission is protecting life and property and improving the quality of life,” Police Chief James I. Blair said. If you purchase...
Reward: Cleveland man wanted for reckless homicide
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) -This week’s Cuyahoga’s Most Wanted features a Cleveland man on the run facing reckless homicide charges. According to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, Ronald Levendosky, who also goes by the name Ronald Hupcej, caused the death of a person in April of 2022. Court records...
Police from several Greater Cleveland communities arrest suspects wanted for fleeing multiple traffic stops in loaned car
CLEVELAND — Law enforcement from several west side agencies teamed up to capture a pair of suspects who were wanted for several reckless driving incidents in a borrowed vehicle. According to a release from the Fairview Park Police Department, officers first reached out to the owner of a black...
Cleveland Hts. Save A Lot crime spree has community rallying for store safety
Concerned Cleveland Heights Save A Lot shoppers and Black on Black Crime Inc. held a March 28 rally in support of the store after a series of break-ins and thefts have some concerned about safety.
Cleveland man indicted, accused of stealing Hazel, the puppy from Petland Parma
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Cuyahoga County grand jury has indicted an 18-year-old Cleveland man accused of stealing a puppy from a Parma pet store earlier this month. Markeze Williams has been charged with tampering with evidence and theft, both felonies. The indictment was returned late last week. He will be arraigned April 16 after posting bond.
Cleveland’s Mayor Justin Bibb attributes crime reduction, more police applicants to his safety initiatives
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Mayor Justin Bibb touted his public safety initiatives as a success on Thursday during his State of the City address. During his election run, Bibb built his campaign on police reform and public safety and vowed to be a voice for Cleveland residents. If you purchase...
Cleveland firefighters battle church fire on city’s East side
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Multiple firefighters are on the scene of a church fire on the city’s East side and Cleveland Fire Lt. Mike Norman said they are concerned about the “possibility of a collapse” and no firefighters are being sent into the structure. “We’re trying to...
Attorney requests to examine car, other evidence from chase that led to Cleveland woman’s death
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Attorneys representing Antwoina Carter is requesting proof that Cleveland police officers were not responsible for her death. Attorney Isaac Tom Monah requested authorities preserve evidence from the March 17 shooting, particularly evidence about the bullets fired by two Cleveland police officers as Carter sped away from assailants chasing her in a car.
Westlake High School students released late on Wednesday following alleged threat; 13-year-old from Cleveland faces charges
WESTLAKE, Ohio — A Cleveland teen is facing criminal charges following an alleged threat made against Westlake High School on Wednesday. Police increased their presence at the building on Hilliard Boulevard after the threat was called in. While authorities said they had "absolutely no reason to believe this is a valid threat," students' scheduled dismissal was delayed by about 30 minutes while the main parking lot was blocked off.
Major crimes down so far in Cleveland this year, according to city data
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - 19 Investigates continues to track crime in Cleveland and northeast Ohio. We discovered most crime citywide in Cleveland is down so far this year compared to last year year-to-date. We noticed a big drop in homicides in the city so far this year compared to last...
Cleveland man who spent 518 days in jail for an arson he didn’t commit gets $40,000 settlement
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Cleveland and the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority will pay a Cleveland man a $40,000 settlement after he spent 518 days in jail for an arson that may have never happened. Juan Taylor spent 20 months in the Cuyahoga County Jail on attempted murder and arson charges...
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