POMEROY, Ohio — Meigs County deputies were kept on their toes yesterday, responding to a variety of calls across the county. Here’s a snapshot of their activity:
Responding to the Community:
- Domestic Dispute: Deputies resolved a fight call on Wickham Road in Pomeroy by separating the involved parties.
- Disabled Vehicle: Assistance was provided to a woman with a disabled vehicle on SR 7 near US 33.
- Tree Removal: A fallen tree on Bald Knob-Stiversville Road in Portland was reported and secured for removal by the highway department.
- Medical Assistance: Two females stranded with a broken-down vehicle in Racine were transported to a nearby residence.
- Traffic Stops: Two traffic stops were conducted, resulting in verbal warnings for vehicle defects and speeding.
- Threats Complaint: Deputies responded to a complaint of threats on New Lima Road in Rutland and confirmed there was no physical danger, resolving the situation peacefully.
- Unclear Emergency: Following up on an unknown emergency call on Rocksprings Road in Pomeroy, deputies transported a woman to a nearby residence and resolved the situation.
- Fight Resolution: An altercation on E. Main Street in Pomeroy was de-escalated by deputies, with the male subject leaving the scene voluntarily.
Arrests Made:
- Randi Stalnaker: Arrested for a probation violation through Meigs County Common Pleas Court.
- Josh Rathburn: Arrested on warrants for domestic violence and obstructing official business through Meigs County Court.