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Police blotter: Threatening call, missing child report, muzzleloader noise

Friday, Nov. 21

I have the recording!

Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office took a walk-in report, wherein the complainant told deputies she received a threatening call and had recorded it. 

The complainant also wrote a report and said they would send the recording later.

I’m not missing, I’m right here!

Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Meadowbrook Road in Albany after receiving a report of a missing child. 

Once on the scene, it was determined the child was safe and inside the residence.

Saturday, Nov. 22

There is activity, but maybe not suspicious

Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Liars Corner in Millfield after a report of suspicious activity. 

Deputies were unable to locate any such activity.

Threats

Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies received a call wherein the caller stated they had been receiving threats over the phone and wanted to contact law enforcement. 

The caller said they had been receiving texts and phone calls from a well-known individual that contained threatening content. Deputies reviewed the material with the caller and determined the information was not enough to be considered a criminal offense. 

No further action was necessary at the time, and the caller was instructed on how to deal with the situation. 

Sunday, Nov. 23

Call 911 during emergencies, not during playtime

Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to state Route 550 after a 911 hang-up call. 

On the scene, deputies determined the call came from a juvenile playing with the phone and there was no emergency. 

Explosion?!

Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to state Route 13 after a report of explosions in the area. 

Once deputies were on the scene, it was discovered the sound was coming from an individual shooting a muzzleloader. 

Monday, Nov. 24

No gift for you!

Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office received a report regarding a scam involving gift cards and money. Deputies took a report. 

Warrants of the week

The Athens County Sheriff’s Office has warrants of arrest out for Michael Newlun and James Barnhart Jr. 

Newlun is wanted for possession of drugs and illegal conveyance of a deadly weapon or dangerous ordinance in a courthouse. Barnhart Jr. is wanted for theft and possession of drugs. 

Individuals with any information on either man are to contact the Athens Court Sheriff’s Office immediately. 

Tuesday, Nov. 25

Arrested!

The Athens County Sheriff’s Office received information on the location of Michael McKay, who had a warrant out for his arrest. 

Deputies made contact with McKay, who was subsequently arrested and taken without incident to the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail. 

Stop bullying! Just be kind!

Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Baker Road after receiving a juvenile complaint. 

The caller advised their child was being bullied at school, so a report was taken and school officials were contacted. 

Wednesday, Nov. 26

Who goes there? … nobody, actually

Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to state Route 681 in New Marshfield after a caller reported seeing someone with flashlights on a neighbor’s property while the homeowners were out of town. 

Deputies checked the area, found the property secure and did not observe any flashlights or suspicious activity.

The man who wasn’t there

The Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Roy Avenue after a caller reported seeing someone outside her window in a neighbor’s yard.

Deputies spoke with the caller and checked the area but were unable to locate the man she described.

Thursday, Nov. 27 - Happy Thanksgiving!

Turkey Day tensions

The Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Mill Street in Chauncey for a domestic complaint.

Upon arrival, deputies learned the dispute started over someone eating before the Thanksgiving meal was ready. The parties agreed to separate for the night.

Domestic dispute

Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Fierce Ridge Road in Glouster for an active dispute.

After speaking with everyone involved, deputies determined it was a verbal argument with no threats of violence. The parties agreed to separate.

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