Thursday, July 23, 2026
7:19 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Myers Road in Willshire Township for a complaint of harassment.
7:54 a.m. – Dispatched Wren EMS and Ohio City EMS to a residence on Walcott Street in the Village of Willshire for a subject with chest pain.
9:01 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on East Tully Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject who fell.
9:40 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Tully Harrison Road in Union Township to stand by as a peace officer while a subject retrieved property.
9:59 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of State Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog.
10:09 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a report of mud on the roadway.
2:33 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Convoy Road in Union Township to check an open line 911 call.
3:27 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a report of an assault.
3:31 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township for a report of theft.
4:36 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 697 in Washington Township for a report of a motor vehicle crash. The accident was investigated by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
4:41 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Ohio 81 in Willshire Township to check an abandoned 911 call.
4:53 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Williams Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
7:43 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Monmouth Road in Harrison Township for a complaint of a neighbor target shooting and ricochets coming near the house.
8:01 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Stamm Road in Harrison Township for a subject who fell.
8:20 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Glenmore Road in Willshire Township for a report of two stray dogs.
8:33 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Boroff Road in Ridge Township for a report of theft.
10:07 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a deer.
11:23 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to check the welfare of a resident.
POSTED: 07/24/26 at 7:24 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
2:51 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Liberty Union Road in Pleasant Township for a subject who had fallen.
3:43 a.m. – Deputies responded to the area of U.S. 127 and U.S. 224 in Pleasant Township for a motor vehicle crash. A 2020 Chevrolet Bolt driven by Rachel Griffiths of Paulding was traveling southbound on U.S. 127 approaching the roundabout at U.S. Route 224. She failed to yield to a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze driven by Kordane Thomas of Hoaglin Township, who was westbound on U.S. 224 and was navigating around the roundabout. No injuries were reported.
5:58 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS and Van Wert EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject having neck and arm pain.
6:21 a.m. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a residence on Dillon Street in the Village of Ohio City for a subject reported as unresponsive.
7:19 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Rockford Road in the Village of Willshire to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
7:38 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Pearson Road in Pleasant Township for a motor vehicle crash report involving a deer that had occurred the previous evening on Richey Road in Liberty Township.
8:13 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Liberty Union Road in Pleasant Township to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
9:15 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Production Drive in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
11:00 a.m. – Deputies, along with Ohio City Fire, responded to an area of U.S. 127 in Liberty Township for a report of a trailer loaded with scrap being on fire.
11:34 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Johnson Avenue in the City of Van Wert for a report of a hit-and-run accident. The accident was investigated by the Van Wert Police Department.
12:22 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on West Carmean Street in the Village of Ohio City for a report of domestic violence.
12:35 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Elm Sugar Road in Tully Township for a subject who fell approximately 12 feet, landing on concrete and sustaining a head injury. Parkview Samaritan responded to the scene for transport.
2:01 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on South Shannon Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
3:42 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Koch Street in the Village of Ohio City for a complaint of harassment.
4:26 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on North Main Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject who had fallen.
5:30 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Masters Road in Jennings Township for a report of a stray dog.
7:50 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Main Street in the Village of Venedocia to contact a resident in reference to a lost cell phone.
POSTED: 07/23/26 at 11:16 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
7:29 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a residence on Plum Street in the Village of Venedocia for a subject feeling lightheaded.
8:20 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Mentzer Church Road in Tully Township to check the welfare of residents.
9:56 a.m. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Ohio 49 in Willshire Township for a complaint of theft.
10:42 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Ridge Township for a report of reckless driving.
11:08 a.m. – Deputies spoke with residents from Mentzer Church Road in Tully Township for a report of fraud.
11:28 a.m. – Deputies assisted with a funeral escort from the City of Van Wert to Mercer County.
3:07 p.m. – Dispatched Wren EMS and Ohio City EMS to a residence on the Ohio Indiana State Line Road in Willshire Township for an unconscious person.
4:13 p.m. – Deputies assisted a transient from the City of Van Wert to Mercer County.
4:15 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Tully Harrison Road in Union Township to stand by as peace officers while a subject retrieved property.
4:23 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer that had occurred earlier on Harner Road.
4:45 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of West Main Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of an injured deer.
4:54 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on West Jefferson Street in the Village of Ohio City to check the welfare of a resident.
5:06 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Sherman Street in the Village of Scott for a report of theft.
5:18 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having difficulty breathing.
5:33 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of a juvenile being unruly.
6:40 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Mentzer Drive in the Village of Convoy for a subject who fell.
9:24 p.m. – Dispatched Ohio City Fire to a location on Dustman Road in Pleasant Township for an activated smoke detector.
POSTED: 07/22/26 at 9:01 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Monday, July 20, 2026
3:13 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 224 in Hoaglin Township for a report of reckless driving.
8:28 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Terry Road in Pleasant Township for a report of a suspicious vehicle.
12:10 p.m. – Deputies served a warrant issued by Van Wert Municipal Court for burglary, a second degree felony. Brandon L. Ganger, 26, of Middle Point, is being held at the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.
12:37 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on North Canal Street in the City of Delphos to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
2:04 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Mentzer Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject who had fallen.
6:39 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Richey Road in Pleasant Township for a report of suspicious activity.
8:41 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having an anxiety attack.
10:40 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Harvey Road in Hoaglin Township to assist with an unruly juvenile.
11:06 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of reckless driving.
POSTED: 07/22/26 at 9:00 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Sunday, July 19, 2026
8:30 a.m. – Dispatched Wren EMS to a residence on Van Wert Mercer County Line Road in Willshire Township for a subject who fell.
10:31 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of South Shannon Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a small child walking alone.
10:31 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Burt Street in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police Department.
1:27 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert Fire and EMS to a report of a motor vehicle crash on Lincoln Highway in the City of Van Wert.
2:38 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Walcott Street in the Village of Willshire for a report of Vandalism.
3:39 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Richey Road in Pleasant Township for a report of harassment.
6:31 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Middle Point Wetzel Road in Jackson Township for a report of trespassing.
6:38 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Foster School Road in Harrison Township for a report of two loose dogs.
7:05 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Plum Street in the Village of Venedocia to check the welfare of a subject who may have been in distress.
7:35 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 81 in Willshire Township for a complaint of harassment.
11:42 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of suspicious activity.
POSTED: 07/22/26 at 9:00 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Saturday, July 18, 2026
1:25 a.m. – Deputies, along with Ohio City EMS, responded to a residence on Ohio 116 in York Township for a subject in distress who had taken too much medication.
4:33 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 30 in Tully Township for a report of a motor vehicle crash. No incident was located.
5:17 a.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Monmouth Road in Harrison Township for a subject who fell.
6:02 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Plum Street in the Village of Venedocia for a domestic dispute.
9:07 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having difficulty breathing.
10:21 a.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a residence on Mendon Road in Ridge Township for a subject who fell.
10:41 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on South Shannon Street in the City of Van Wert for a subject responding appropriately.
10:51 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Harvey Road in Hoaglin Township to assist with an unruly juvenile.
11:58 a.m. – Deputies served a warrant issued by Van Wert Common Pleas Court for theft, a fifth degree felony, and misuse of credit cards, a first degree misdemeanor. Kameron N. Cooper, 47, of Van Wert, was transported to the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.
12:41 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on South Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
12:52 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Tully Harrison Road in Union Township for a report of burglary and theft.
1:20 p.m. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Elizabeth Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject having difficulty breathing.
5:08 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
7:16 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Ringwald Road in Ridge Township to check an abandoned 911 call.
7:57 p.m. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Ringwald Road in Ridge Township for a subject feeling lightheaded.
8:20 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Carmean Road in Jackson Township for a report of animal carcasses being dumped.
8:53 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having an anxiety attack.
10:37 p.m. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm on West Tully Street in the Village of Convoy.
11:37 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Harrison Center Road in Harrison Township for a report of suspicious activity.
11:54 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on West Main Street in Pleasant Township to check the welfare of residents.
POSTED: 07/22/26 at 8:03 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Friday, July 17, 2026
1:21 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Ringwald Road in Ridge Township for a report of a burglary to a camper. The incident remains under investigation.
6:36 a.m. – Dispatched Delphos EMS to a residence on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township for a subject having difficulty walking.
10:17 a.m. – Deputies responded to a location on South Shannon Street in the City of Van Wert to check the welfare of a dog.
10:35 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
12:15 p.m. – Deputies served a warrant issued by Van Wert Common Pleas Juvenile Division for failure to appear. Alexander Michael Stump was held at the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.
12:33 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Greenwald Street in the City of Van Wert to check the welfare of a dog.
2:08 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Ohio 697 in Hoaglin Township to check an abandoned 911 call.
5:42 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to an area of U.S. 224 in Pleasant Township for a report of a person who may be injured.
6:03 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on North Canal Street in the City of Delphos for a report of five puppies that may have been abandoned.
6:44 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on U.S. 224 in Ridge Township to contact a resident for Auglaize County.
7:44 p.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject having difficulty breathing.
8:14 p.m. – Dispatched Wren EMS and Van Wert EMS to a residence on U.S. Route 224 in Harrison Township for a subject having a diabetic emergency.
10:31 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Germann Church Road in Harrison Township to check an abandoned 911 call.
11:12 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on U.S. 224 in Harrison Township for a report of a dog being attacked by a stray dog.
POSTED: 07/21/26 at 3:06 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Delphos Police
On 7-13-2026 – officers were dispatched to a business in the 1700 block of E. 5th St. to investigate the theft of two pickup trucks taken during the early morning hours. The incident remains under investigation.
On 7-13-2026 – officers were sent to the 200 block of S. Pierce St. after receiving a report of two toddlers wandering around the area unattended.
On 7-13-2026 – officers were dispatched to the 24000 block of Lincoln Hwy, for a domestic disturbance.
On 7-13-2026 – officers received a complaint of an unruly juvenile in the 400 block of E. 3rd St. Officers spoke with the juvenile and her parents.
On 7-13-2026 – officers were sent to the area of W. 4th and Maple streets for a domestic disturbance involving a male and a female from a previous call on Lincoln Highway. Officers found probable cause to arrest both for domestic violence. The male, Mark Banbury, 46, of Delphos was transported to the Van Wert County Jail. The female, Savanna Crisp, 23, of Delphos, was issued a summons to appear in court in lieu of going to jail due to being the custodial parent of the couple’s infant child.
On 7-14-2026 – officers spoke with a male who reported that his juvenile son was scammed online. The male reported that the juvenile had sent inappropriate images to someone who later demanded money in exchange for not posting the photos.
On 7-14-2026 – officers met with a female at the police department who wished to discuss an ongoing civil dispute with a neighbor.
On 7-15-2026 – officers were sent to the 1400 block of S. Clay St. for a menacing complaint. Officers arrived and spoke with a male who reported that another male was on his property inciting him to come out and fight. The male had left the area before officers arrived.
On 7-15-2026 – officers responded to the Delphos Pool for an altercation. After investigating the incident, officers removed several people from the property.
On 7-16-2026 – officers were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of King St. for a possible burglary in progress. Officers arrived and located a male who stated that he had permission to be at the residence and was helping the tenant, who is currently incarcerated, remove personal property. Officers spoke with the tenant and confirmed the male’s explanation.
On 7-16-2026 – officers spoke with a female in the 900 block of Lima Ave. who reported that a male has been stalking her for two years. Officers explained the procedure to the female for obtaining a protection order.
On 7-17-2026 – officers were sent to the 400 block of N. Canal St. for a domestic dispute involving a female and her adult daughter.
On 7-17-2026 – officers proceeded to the 900 block of E. 5th St. after receiving a complaint of loud music at a business in the area.
On 7-18-2026 – officers spoke with a female in the 200 block of W. Clime St. who stated that she had an unwanted guest in her residence. The female allowed the male to stay for two weeks but no longer wanted him in the residence.
On 7-18-2026 – officers spoke with a male who requested a well-being check on his brother. He stated that his brother has health issues and he was unable to get a hold of him.
On 7-18-2026 – officers received a complaint of a male making alarming statements. Officers investigated the incident and determined that it was necessary to take action. Officers, assisted by the Allen County SWAT team, served a search warrant on the residence in the 200 block of N. Main St. Joseph Meeker, 39, was taken into custody and charged with having weapons under disability.
On 7-19-2026 – officers were dispatched to a residence in the 800 block of E. 3rd St. for an altercation. A female at the residence reported that her sister was treating her child in an abusive manner. No harm was found to be done to the child, but a report was written to be forwarded to Children Services.
On 7-19-2026 – officers responded to the 900 block of Southridge Drive for a residential burglar alarm activation. Officers arrived and found that the parents of the homeowners were checking on the residence while they were away.
POSTED: 07/21/26 at 12:43 pm. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Van Wert Police
Sunday, July 12 – parking citations were issued in the 800 block of E. Sycamore St.
Sunday, July 12 – officers took a report of disorderly conduct in the 200 block of S. Fulton St.
Monday, July 13 – a vehicle was removed from the 400 block of Neel Ave. due to a city ordinance violation.
Monday, July 13 – officers took a theft report in the 100 block of Hawthorne St.
Monday, July 13 – a telephone harassment report was taken in the 300 block of Webster Ave.
Monday, July 13 – an animal complaint report was taken in the 700 block of N. Jefferson St.
Monday, July 13 – an unruly juvenile was reported in the 700 block of Maplewood Drive.
Tuesday, July 14 – arrested Bethany Blair, 25, of Van Wert for OVI and no operator’s license following an incident in the 800 block of Kear Rd.
Tuesday, July 14 – officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Glenn St. in reference to an aggravated menacing incident. After an investigation, Harry Torres was arrested for obstructing official business.
Tuesday, July 14 – issued a summons to Dustin Thomas for theft in the 300 block of Towne Center Blvd.
Wednesday, July 15 – a burglary report was taken in the 200 block of N. Franklin St.
Wednesday, July 15 – a vehicle was removed from the 400 block of Taylor St. due to a city ordinance violation.
Wednesday, July 15 – officers responded to the 1200 block of Lincoln Highway for a report of a runaway juvenile.
Thursday, July 16 – arrested Jorel Longarder on an outstanding warrant from Van Wert Municipal Court.
Thursday, July 16 – a traffic citation was issued in the 100 block of S. Washington St.
Thursday, July 16 – arrested Daniel Vibbert on an outstanding warrant in the 800 block of E. Sycamore St.
Friday, July 17 – a theft report was taken at the police department.
Friday, July 17 – a protection order violation was taken at the police department.
Friday, July 17 – arrested Peter B. Simpson, 35, for domestic violence following an investigation in the 900 block of Glenn St.
Friday, July 17 – a welfare check was conducted in the 100 block of Keplar St.
Friday, July 17 – arrested Alexander Stump on a warrant in the 300 block of Webster Ave.
Friday, July 17 – a report of trespassing was taken while in the 900 block of Hughes St.
Friday, July 17 – a trespassing report was taken in the 600 block of S. Market St.
Saturday, July 18 – multiple arrests were made in the 200 block of W. Main St. for illegal use of marijuana.
Saturday, July 18 – a report of telephone harassment was taken while in the 200 block of Middle St.
Saturday, July 18 – arrested Stefan Dirham on an outstanding warrant in the 500 block of N. Jefferson St.
Saturday, July 18 – an unruly juvenile report was taken in the 700 block of N. Washington St.
POSTED: 07/20/26 at 7:14 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement
Thursday, July 16, 2026
1:39 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 127 in Liberty Township for a report of reckless driving.
1:41 a.m. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a residence on West Jefferson Street in the Village of Ohio City for a subject having a seizure.
5:27 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Convoy Road in Union Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer.
7:55 a.m. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Willshire Township about a report of fraud and trespassing.
8:27 a.m. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. 224 in Harrison Township for a loose dog.
10:26 a.m. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a location on Fox Road in the City of Van Wert for a subject hallucinating.
11:20 a.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Brodnix Road in York Township to check an open line 911 call.
11:53 a.m. – Dispatched Spencerville EMS to a residence on Ohio 81 in Jennings Township for a subject with chest pain.
12:55 p.m. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Jackson Township about a complaint of fraud.
1:10 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Main Street in the Village of Venedocia for a complaint of trespassing.
2:00 p.m. – Deputies served a warrant issued by Van Wert Municipal Court for failure to appear. Jorel Longardner, 46, of Indiana, was transported to the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.
2:32 p.m. – Deputies responded to a location on Vision Drive in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.
2:50 p.m. – Deputies spoke with a resident from U.S. 224 in Hoaglin Township about a complaint of theft.
4:53 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 66 in Washington Township to check the welfare of a resident.
6:03 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on U.S. 127 in Liberty Township for a report of domestic violence.
9:12 p.m. – Deputies responded to an area of Cooper Road in Pleasant Township for a report of a suspicious vehicle.
9:22 p.m. – Deputies served two warrants issued by Van Wert County Common Pleas Court for non-support of dependents and failure to teport to jail. Daniel Charles Lee Vibbert is being held at the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.
10:18 p.m. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ohio 66 in Washington Township for a complaint of harassment.
POSTED: 07/17/26 at 8:09 am. FILED UNDER: Law Enforcement