Crime

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State News

Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting after firing at Akron Police

A man in his 30s was fatally shot by Akron police Thursday morning after he fired at officers during a traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle, authorities said. According to…

February 17, 2025 · Timothy

Stark County

Local suspect now facing rape charge in connection to missing teen case

A man accused of taking a missing 14-year-old girl from Illinois to Stark County is now facing a rape charge after authorities say he engaged in sexual conduct with the teen at a…

February 17, 2025 · Jordan Miller

hot pursuit police traffic chase at night

Stark County

Stark County teacher charged in DUI crash with son in car that left man with fractured spine

A GlenOak High School social studies teacher is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after allegedly driving under the influence and causing a crash that seriously injured…

February 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

National News

Missing Illinois juvenile found in Stark County; suspect in custody

A 14-year-old girl reported missing from Zeigler, Illinois, has been found in Stark County, according to police. Officers from the Perry Township Police Department responded to a…

February 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Man shot and killed by 18-year-old woman in Canton; victim, suspect identified

A 30-year-old man was shot and killed Wednesday morning in Canton, and an 18-year-old woman was later arrested in connection with his death, authorities said. Canton Police Chief…

February 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Convicted Stark Co. killer granted parole after 45 years, family disappointed

A Stark County man serving a life sentence for killing his ex-girlfriend in front of her young daughter 45 years ago will be released after a narrow decision by the Ohio Parole…

February 12, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Carroll County authorities release name of man found dead in tarp along rural road

Authorities have identified a man found dead along a rural road in Carroll County and confirmed he died from a gunshot wound to the head. Carroll County Coroner Dr. Mandal B. Haas…

February 11, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Authorities work to ID 30 y.o man found dead, wrapped in tarp in Carroll Co.; suffered gunshot wound to the head

A man found dead along a rural road in Carroll County has been identified, and authorities say he died from a gunshot wound to the head. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office said…

February 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County man shot multiple times, Canton Police investigating

Authorities are investigating after a 42-year-old Massillon man was shot multiple times early Sunday before being transported to a hospital by private vehicle. According to a…

February 10, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Body found along Carroll County roadway wrapped in tarp, investigation underway

Authorities are investigating after a body was discovered Friday morning off the side of Cashmere Road near Scio in Carroll County. The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office said it was…

February 7, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Teen dies in accidental shooting at Alliance residence

A 17-year-old boy died late Wednesday after accidentally shooting himself while inside a home on East Ely Street, according to the Alliance Police Department. Officers responded…

February 6, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

One dead, five injured in targeted shooting at Ohio warehouse; suspect on the run

One person was killed and five others were injured in a shooting late Tuesday night at a warehouse in New Albany, authorities said. The incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. at the…

February 5, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Federal agents, local police seek man wanted for Stark Co. shooting that injured woman

The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is offering a reward for information leading to the arrest of J’shar Stinson, who is wanted by multiple law enforcement agencies on…

February 3, 2025 · Jordan Miller

State News

Injured St. Clair Township officer making ‘remarkable progress’ following deadly shooting

A St. Clair Township police officer critically injured in a shootout that left a suspect and a 4-year-old child dead is making a "remarkable" recovery, according to Police Chief…

January 31, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Local woman accused of starting Stark County house fire that displaced family

A 41-year-old woman has been arrested on aggravated arson charges following a residential fire at 719 19th St NE on Thursday night. The Canton Fire Department was dispatched at…

January 31, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Tuscarawas Co. man shot by deputies sentenced to over two years in prison

A Tuscarawas County man who was shot by sheriff’s deputies during a Fourth of July altercation has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for resisting arrest while…

January 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva Police: Missing man found deceased near home; cold suspected in death

A 63-year-old man with dementia was found deceased Thursday morning (Jan. 23) after wandering away from his home, according to Minerva Police Chief Larry Gardner. Police responded…

January 27, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Man wanted in fatal Akron shooting arrested in Canton

A 38-year-old Canton man wanted in connection with the October shooting death of an Akron woman has been apprehended. Tamarcus Q. Harris was taken into custody Thursday night in…

January 25, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Tuscarawas County

Man arrested after police chase ends in New Philadelphia

A 35-year-old Akron man was taken into custody Wednesday afternoon after leading police on a pursuit along Interstate 77 and U.S. 250, authorities said. The incident began around…

January 24, 2025 · Jordan Miller

Carroll County

Minerva man faces charges in crash that killed two men

A Minerva man is now facing multiple charges following a crash in Portage County that claimed the lives of two men in October of 2024. Matthew C. Simms, 42, is currently in the…

January 23, 2025 · Jordan Miller