ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio — The Athens County Sheriff’s Office kept busy on Monday, February 12th, responding to a range of calls for service that showcased the diverse nature of their daily duties. Here’s a breakdown of their reported activities:
Traffic: Deputies assisted the Ohio Highway Patrol with a traffic stop on US Route 33.
Suspicious Activity: Alert deputies in Trimble recovered a stolen vehicle, reuniting it with its rightful owner. The case remains under investigation.
Community Concerns: Calls regarding trespassing on South Rhodehaver Road and reckless driving on State Route 682 near The Plains prompted patrols, but no immediate action was required.
Attempted Theft: A resident on East First Street in The Plains reported someone trying to steal their bike. Despite thorough searches, the suspect remains unidentified.
Wellbeing Checks: Deputies conducted various wellbeing checks, ensuring the safety of individuals:
- An abandoned residence in Chauncey required no further action.
- A female on Fisher Road in Athens confirmed she was fine and declined assistance.
- Individuals on Brister Road in Coolville and North Plains Road were found safe and didn’t require intervention.
Runaway Resolved: A brief runaway scare in The Plains ended happily as the juvenile returned home shortly after the report.
Other Incidents:
- Medics transported a male lying in the roadway on Vore Ridge Road for medical treatment.
- Deputies facilitated a peaceful child custody exchange per a court order on Oakdale Road in Glouster.
- A juvenile exhibiting unruly behavior on Barrows Road received mental health evaluation after being transported to the hospital.
- Deputies investigated a prowler report on Salem Road but found no suspicious activity.
