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Sheriff’s racist audio authenticated by forensics as he continues to deny recording

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Ross County Sheriff George Lavender has vehemently denied allegations that he used a racial slur in a recently surfaced audio recording. The recording, despite Lavender’s denial, has been authenticated by yet another forensic expert. A news article published by The Guardian claims Lavender was caught on a secret recording saying, “If it […]

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Attempted robbery at Chillicothe Chinese restaurant leads to arrest

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — On Wednesday, authorities responded to the Peking Chinese restaurant at 32 W. Main Street where a robbery was reportedly in progress. Upon arrival, officers found the suspect, identified as Ryan Armstrong, detained by the store manager inside the premises. According to the caller, Armstrong allegedly entered the establishment and initially behaved like […]

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Thieves leave DNA at burglary in Ross County

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — Authorities are investigating a burglary reported on Tuesday along Pleasant Valley Road, which involved a broken window and a trail of blood discovered inside a residence, according to initial reports. Deputies, responding to the scene after receiving a dispatch call, arrived to find the resident, who reported noticing the damage upon returning […]

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Ross Co. Sheriff’s Office daily activity report: June 19, 2024

CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — The Ross County Sheriff’s Office responded to various calls on Wednesday. Here is a snapshot of those calls. Police Blotter Case Number: SO-P2403005Date/Time: 06/19/24, 1:17 AMLocation: Cotterman Ln, LondonderryCharges: Non-CriminalNarrative: Dispatched to Cotterman Lane regarding a structure fire. Upon arrival, a structure was found on fire. Fire Department personnel started fire suppression […]

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