Crime

68 arrested in “Operation Clean Sweep” across Ohio

OHIO — A multi-agency law enforcement operation has resulted in the arrest of 68 individuals with felony warrants across Northeast Ohio. The effort, dubbed “Operation Clean Sweep,” took place between November 17 and December 20, 2024. The operation targeted suspects…

Six people arrested in Ohio in connection with street takeovers

OHIO — The Cleveland Division of Police announced Friday the arrest of six additional suspects in connection with street takeovers that occurred on September 28 and 29. These arrests bring the total number of suspects taken into custody to 15….

Ohio man indicted in $6.5 million fraud scheme involving dry cleaning business

OHIO — A Cincinnati man has been indicted on charges of defrauding investors out of more than $6.5 million through his online laundry and dry-cleaning pickup and delivery business. Benjamin Cantey, 41, faces a six-count indictment, including four counts of…

Ohio man arrested by U.S. Marshals for drive-by shooting, strangulation

OHIO — U.S. Marshals arrested an Akron man Wednesday, accusing him of involvement in a drive-by shooting and domestic violence. The Northern Violent Fugitive Task Force apprehended Matt Walker, 32, at a home in the 1100 block of Becker Lane….

One person arrested following police pursuit through Ohio

OHIO — A Grabill man is in custody following a police pursuit that began in Ohio and ended in Indiana on Monday afternoon. Joseph Grubb, 36, was arrested in Allen County after leading authorities on a chase through Hicksville, Ohio,…

One person dead following shooting in Ohio

OHIO — Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday night in the Old Brooklyn neighborhood. Officers were called to the 2600 block of Saratoga Avenue shortly before 11 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered…

Employee arrested after stealing fentanyl from Ohio hospital

OHIO — A former Cleveland Clinic employee has pleaded guilty in federal court to stealing prescription drugs from the hospital and selling them on the street. Curtis Green, who worked at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest, now faces prison time for his…

Identity released of 16-year-old fatally shot in Ohio

OHIO — The Montgomery County Coroner’s Office has identified a 16-year-old boy who died after an accidental shooting in Dayton on Sunday night. Dayton Police responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of Burwood Avenue around 10:30…

Ohio man arrested for slamming child on floor, causing skull fracture

OHIO — A Piqua man is facing serious charges after reportedly slamming a 1-year-old girl on the floor, causing a skull fracture and other severe injuries. Michael Mayor, 34, was indicted last week on charges of felonious assault and endangering…

Ohio man sentenced for stabbing at convenience store

OHIO — A Troy man has been sentenced to prison for stabbing another man near a carry-out on Union Street earlier this year. Michael McBride Sr., 45, was sentenced to 14 months in prison and up to two years of…