Deputy’s Notebook: Jan. 14 to Feb. 20, 2019
Deputy’s Notebook: Jan. 14 to Feb. 20, 2019
Editor’s Note: The Meigs County Sheriff’s Office Deputies respond to all sorts of calls. The notebook is a listing of the public record of those calls.
Jan. 14
Disabled Vehicle – Deputy Martin conducted a traffic stop on a disabled vehicle, Ohio HBS2861 on SR 7 near Eastern Local. Deputy Martin stood by until transportation arrived for the occupants due to the vehicle proximity to the roadway.
Jan. 15
Traffic Stop – Deputy Martin conducted a traffic stop. A verbal warning was issued for speed in a school zone.
Domestic Violence – Deputies Campbell and Martin were dispatched to State Route 7 in Middleport, Ohio for a domestic dispute. It was determined that Wendy Roush, 51, and her sister were allegedly involved in a domestic violence incident. Wendy Roush was arrested for domestic violence.
CCW– Deputies took in two applications for concealed carry permits and issued 16 permits for the week.
Jan. 21
Transport- Deputies transported four inmates from various jails to court, and the returned them each to jail.
Domestic Complaint- Deputies responded to a domestic complaint on Bone Hollow Road. Upon investigation no violence had occurred and the female was moving out.
CCW– Deputies took in six applications for concealed carry permits.
House Checks- Deputies performed three house checks.
Jan. 22
Suicide Attempt – Deputy Martin responded to Meigs Middle School to the report a juvenile student had brought a family members prescription drugs to school. The juvenile ingested two pills at school, additionally the juvenile gave two pills to another juvenile who ingested them as well. Parents were contacted for both juveniles and both were also transported to Holzer ER for medical and mental evaluation.
Alarm- A Deputy responded to Rowe Road in reference to an alarm. It was found to be a false alarm. No further action taken
Court- One inmate was taken to court. Another inmate was also taken to court and then later back to the clerk’s office and bond posted.
Suspicious Person- Deputies responded to a suspicious person complaint on Titus Road. No one was located.
Possible Break in– Deputies responded to a call of a possible break in at a residence in Chester. Upon investigation there was no sign that anyone had made entry or attempted to make entry into the residence.
Confirmed Break in– Another business in Chester has reported a break in. Upon investigation, deputies confirmed that a window had been smashed to allow entry and the thieves had stolen laptops and monitors. This is the 5th incident in just 3 months so the Deputy encourages businesses to install CCTV, get asset tags for laptops and other electronics, and make sure they have a security alarm installed. The more security measures that are taken, the more deterred a potential thief will be.
Alarm- Deputies responded to an alarm call in Tuppers Plains. The building was found to be secure.
House Check- Deputies performed four house checks.
Jan. 23
Transport- One inmate was taken to a medical appointment in Gallipolis and then transported back to her jail.
Paper Service- Deputies served one court paper and attempted five others.
Suicidal person- Deputies responded to Number 9 Road in reference to a female wanting to commit suicide. Deputies spoke with the female and later transported her to Meigs ER for medical treatment.
Burglary- Sgt Patterson responded to residence on Eagle Ridge on a possible burglary. Sgt Patterson determined that no entry had occurred. No further action required.
Well-being Check- Deputies responded to a well-being check on Gibson Road. The subject was found to be fine.
Prowler- Deputies responded to Children’s Home Road for a prowler call. Upon investigation nothing was found.
Jan. 24
Alarm Call – Deputy Martin responded to a residential alarm at State Route 7, Pomeroy. Deputy Martin checked the home, everything was secure and there were no signs of anything being disturbed.
Disabled Vehicle – Deputy Martin conducted a traffic stop on Pomeroy Pike at State Route 833 for a disabled vehicle. Deputy Martin assisted the motorist with changing a tire and got the motorist back on his way.
Paper Service- Deputies attempted to serve five court papers.
Jan. 25
CCW– Deputies took in six applications for concealed carry permits.
Alarm Drop-Dispatch received a call of an alarm drop at the Subway restaurant in Tuppers Plains. A deputy responded to the location, while checking the building the back door was found open. A check on the building was conducted and everything appeared to be in order. The key holder was contacted and advised of the deputy’s findings and the door was secured. No further action was takin on this call.
Jan. 26
Breaking and Entering- Dispatch received a call reporting a breaking and entering on Mile Hill Rd. Sgt. Mohler arrived on scene and spoke with the victim. Three buildings and a trailer had been entered and several items stolen. A suspect name was given by the victim and a report was completed. An attempt to locate the suspect that night for questioning was unsuccessful. This incident remains under investigation.
Alarm drop- Dispatch received a call of and alarm at the Shelly Gravel Pits in the Portland area. A deputy was sent and checked the facility. Nothing was found, no further action was taken on this call.
Jan. 27
911 hang up-Dispatch received a call from the 911 center advising they had received a hang-up from Bridgeport Equipment on SR.7. A deputy was sent to check the call. When he arrived, the business was closed, and no one was around. No further action was taken on this call.
Jan. 28
Investigate Complaint- Deputy Leggett took a report of a suspicious death of livestock on Cherry Ridge Road. This case remains under investigation.
Burglary- Deputy Leggett took a report of burglary on Woodyard Road in Albany. This case remains under investigation.
Writ of Possession- Sgt Patterson along with Deputies Campbell and Leggett, served a writ of possession in Letart and returned possession of the residence back to the owner.
Found drugs- Dispatch received a call from the Holzer Meigs ER that they had found what they believe is a small baggie of illegal narcotics. A deputy went to the ER and recovered the unknown substance. A field test was conducted, and it tested positive for meth. As there is no suspect connected to the recover substance it will be destroyed.
Possible Stabbing- Deputies responded to the Chester area for a possible stabbing. Brian Arnold, 42, of Pomeroy, was arrested for aggravated assault and is currently out on bond.
House Checks- Deputies preformed three House Checks.
Jan. 29
Disabled Vehicle – Deputy Martin conducted a traffic stop on a disabled vehicle on US 33 at Kingsbury Road and assisted the operator with getting his tire repaired.
Transport Detail- Deputies transported one female inmate from the Monroe County Jail and one male inmate from the Noble County Jail to the Meigs County Jail.
Residential Alarm- Deputy Leggett responded to a residential alarm in Syracuse. After brief investigation it was determined to be a false alarm. No further action.
Assisting Outside Agency- Deputy Leggett responded with Sheriff Wood to Vinton County to assist other agencies with search and rescue in reference to a missing Survival Flight helicopter.
Well-Being Check- Sgt Patterson conducted a well-being check on a student at the request of the school. The subject was absent from school and contact could not be made with the family. The subject was located, and everything was ok. No further action.
Possible Fight- Deputies responded to Bradbury Road for a possible fight. Upon arrival the party that did not live there had left and no violence had occurred. No further action required.
Trespass Complaint- Deputies responded to Star Hall Road for a trespass complaint. The subject was gone prior to arrival after being told to by the resident to leave.
House Checks- Deputies performed four house checks.
Jan. 30
Mental Evaluation – Deputies were dispatched to College Road several times, in reference to a male reporting that someone was attempting to break into his home and his microwave was operating by itself. After not finding evidence of someone being around the home and learning of the mental health history of the male, Deputy Martin transported the male to Holzer ER for a voluntary mental evaluation.
Domestic Dispute – Deputy Martin was dispatched to Maplewood Lake Road in reference to a domestic dispute. Upon arriving on scene, Deputy Martin spoke with the two siblings, (18yoa male and 17yoa female) involved in the dispute, separately, both siblings stated that the incident was strictly verbal, and no threats were made. Deputy Martin also spoke to the mother and younger sibling who were home at the time, and they confirmed their account of the incident.
Transport Detail- Deputies transported two female inmates from the Washington County Jail to the Meigs County Jail.
Domestic Violence- Sgt Patterson and Deputy Myers responded to Cremeans Rd in reference to an argument between a female and her mother’s boyfriend. It was all verbal and no parties wanted to file charges.
Alarm- Sgt Patterson responded to an alarm activation in Letart. It was determined to be a false alarm. No further action required.
EMS Assist- Sgt Patterson and Deputy Campbell responded to a residence on Jeffers Road to assist EMS on a possible overdose. When units arrived, the subjects were alert and refused treatment. No further action taken.
Domestic Disturbance- Deputies responded to a residence on New Portland Road for a domestic disturbance. A male was transported from the residence to the Sheriff’s Office where he was able to get a ride. No violence was reported on scene. No further action.
Jan. 31
Trespassing– Deputies responded to New Hope Road for threats and trespassing. Upon arrival it was learned that the threats had not occurred that day and it there was no trespassing, it was a landlord tenant issue.
House Checks- Deputies performed three house checks.
Feb. 1
CCW- Deputies took in three applications for concealed carry permits and issued 17 permits for the week.
Feb. 4
Suicide Attempt- Deputies responded to Hutton Road for reports of a suicide attempt. Upon arrival and speaking with the reporting party and witnesses there was no suicide threats. There had been an altercation between two parties who had separated. No further action.
Suspicious Persons- Deputies responded to Happy Hollow Road for reports of suspicious persons. Reporting parties were contacted but nothing was located.
House Checks- Deputies transported performed three house checks.
Feb. 5
Trespassing- Deputies responded to Riebel Road for a trespassing call. Upon arrival the subject was gone. No further action.
Transport- Deputies transported one inmate from the Washington County Jail to the Meigs County Jail.
House Checks- Deputies performed two house checks.
Feb. 6
Assault- Deputies responded to Eden Ridge for a fire and assault. The fire was determined to be a controlled burn and the assault is still pending investigation.
Domestic Complaint- Deputies responded to Baum Addition for a domestic complaint. Upon arrival and speaking with all parties at the residence the call was unfounded.
Transport- Deputies transported one inmate from the Washington County Jail to the Meigs County Jail.
Canine Complaint- Deputies responded to Happy Hollow Rd in reference to canine attacking and killing small livestock. The canine in reference was shot by the home owner in side of a closed building after a warning shot failed to scare off the canine. No charges filed.
High Water Rescue- Deputies responded to Langsville in reference to a High Water Rescue due to visibility it was determined that the operator of the vehicle did not intentionally drive into the water. No charge filed.
Over Dose- Deputies Responded to Hampton Hollow Road for possible Over Dose. They were canceled after patient was transported by private auto.
Feb. 11
Stolen Vehicle- Deputies responded to Hatfield Road in reference to a stolen vehicle. A report was taken, and the investigation is pending.
Shooting- Deputies responded to Minersville for a report of a shooting. Both involved parties were present and cooperative. The victim was transported for medical treatment. The investigation is pending and will be presented to the Meigs County Prosecuting Attorney for review.
Domestic Violence- Deputies responded to Texas Road for a domestic disturbance. Kyle McKeever, 32, of Pomeroy, was arrested for domestic violence and taken to the Meigs County Jail pending his court appearance.
House Checks- Deputies performed four house checks.
Transport- Deputies transported a male prisoner to Orient State Prison for a total of 220 Miles.
Suspicious Vehicle- Deputies patrolled Bowles Road in reference to a suspicious vehicle complaint, negative contact was made with any vehicle matching the caller’s statement.
Feb. 12
Property Damage- Deputies investigated a property damage complaint in Syracuse. Investigation is pending.
Threat Investigation- Deputies were alerted by school officials to a threat made on social media of a student at Meigs Middle School possibly bringing a firearm to school the following day. The student was taken to the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office where he was questioned about the threats and it was determined that there was no imminent danger to the school. School administration was contacted and are handling the issues at the school level and the Meigs County Prosecutor will be consulted with regard to criminal charges.
Transport- Deputies transported a female prisoner to Franklin County Medical Center, and to Crawford County Jail to pick up a male prisoner and transported him to the Meigs County Jail for Court the following morning. Approximately 477 Miles.
Assistance- Deputies assisted a disabled Tractor Trailer on U.S 33 / State Route 7 intersection.
Feb. 13
Transport- Deputies transported an inmate from the Meigs County Jail to the Crawford County Jail.
House Checks- Deputies performed six house checks.
Disorderly Juveniles- Deputies responded to State Route 833 for two Disorderly Juveniles. Charges Filed.
Theft- Deputies responded to Lower 7 for a theft report. After arriving the caller refused to make a statement. No charges filed.
Suspicious Person- Deputies responded to Pageville in reference to a suspicious person walking down the road way. Patrolled area no contact made.
Alarm- Deputies Responded to an Alarm on State Route 689.
Feb. 14
Disturbance- Deputies responded to a disturbance on State Route 248 involving a male with metal health issues. The male was transported by family to the hospital for treatment.
Disturbance- Deputies responded to Racine for a disturbance. One person was located, and narcotics were observed in plain view in the vehicle. A probable cause search located more suspected narcotics as well as stolen property. The investigation is pending.
Breaking and Entering- Deputies responded to Bashan Rd in reference to a Breaking and Entering. Report taken.
Medical- Deputies responded to State Route 681 in reference to an elderly male needing medical attention.
Missing Juvenile- Deputies responded to an address on a tip of a missing Point Pleasant juvenile. Juvenile was not at the residence.
Fight- Deputies responded to Walker Alley Racine in reference to a fight, female involved was located and questioned but refused to file a report. An item that was stolen earlier that day was visible in the rear seat of a car and was confiscated by Deputies. Charges filed.
Feb. 18
Overdose- Deputies responded to Whipple Road for a report of an overdose. No drugs were located, and the person involved was transported by EMS for treatment.
Arrest- Deputies Arrested Michael Norville, 34, of Racine, for Breaking and Entering more arrest in the expected in the case.
House Checks- Deputies performed six house checks.
Feb. 19
Court Papers- Deputies attempted service of eight court papers.
Suspicious Vehicle- Deputies responded to Broderick Hollow for a report of a suspicious vehicle. Nothing was located.
Drugs- While checking on a disabled vehicle on U.S 33 Deputies issued a citation to Tiffany Althouse, of Racine, for Possession of Drugs, a misdemeanor of the first degree.
House Checks- Deputies performed six house checks.
Feb. 20
Suspicious Vehicle- Deputies responded to State Route 684 for a report of a suspicious person. No one was located.
Fight- Deputies responded to Mizway Tavern for a fight call. The alleged victim was spoken to and the suspect had left the scene. Investigation is pending.
Transport- Deputies transported one inmate from the Middleport Jail to the Meigs County Sheriff’s Office.
Alarm- Deputies responded to an alarm on State Route 124.
Suspicious Vehicle- Deputies responded to a suspicious vehicle complaint in Pageville. After searching the area nothing was found.
