Monday, Aug. 25
No more music
Deputies from the Ohio University Police Department responded to 118 Ridges Circle Drive to take a report of stolen Apple AirPods on Monday.
According to the report, the incident was listed as a theft without consent offense.
Truancy?
Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff's Office responded to a complaint of a juvenile refusing to go to school in The Plains.
According to the Athens County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrived on scene and resolved the issue by talking with all parties involved.
No further action was needed.
Monster truck race
A caller on Mill Street in Chauncey reported a reckless driver Monday. The caller said a small-sized truck was speeding past her house and had been for days. She requested deputies speak with the driver of the small truck.
Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded and spoke with the driver, advising them to drive slowly in the area, according to a press release.
Tuesday, Aug. 26
Bull for hire
Athens County Sheriff’s deputies responded to assist a farmer searching for a loose bull two different times Tuesday. The first time, deputies assisted with traffic control at the intersection of U.S. Route 50 and County Road 19B.
According to a press release, the second time, deputies went on a “wild bull chase for a few hours across the area.” No further action was needed.
Oh Deer
In a similar incident, Athens Sheriff’s deputies responded to Hooper Road in Athens for a disgruntled deer. According to a press release, the deer was exhibiting symptoms consistent with Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease.
Because of the condition of the deer spotted and how close it was to the road, it was decided to humanely euthanize the deer. This way, the deer is prevented from further suffering, and public safety could be protected, the release said.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Missing adult found
Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Mill Creek Road in Millfield for a report of a missing adult. The caller reported his daughter had left in the night at some point.
According to a press release, units made contact with the woman in the report and completed a well-being check. She was found to be fine and well.
Naked and afraid
Two children were reported playing outside naked and unattended at Carol Lane in The Plains. Athens County Sheriff’s deputies made contact at the address, according to a press release, and the children were back inside.
The parent told deputies he would keep a closer eye on the children, the release said.
Thursday, Aug. 28
Sleeping beauty
Athens County Sheriff’s deputies responded Thursday to The Plains, more specifically, Roy Avenue. Units visited the scene to make contact with a reported unresponsive person.
According to a press release, the individual was determined to be sleeping. Units resumed patrol.
Who let the dog out
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a third-party report of a dispute in the area of Ellis Avenue in Chauncey. After locating the dispute, deputies spoke with three individuals involved, according to a press release.
Although there was no criminal offense, the individuals were arguing over a family pet that was let loose. No further action was taken, and deputies returned to patrol.
