Friday, Oct. 2
Possible drunk driver
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were asked to assist the State Parks officers after reports of a possibly drunk individual on State Park Road. Deputies were unable to make contact with the vehicle because it left before deputies arrived at the scene.
Traffic hazard
Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were patrolling when an individual was located walking along the road. The individual was offered a ride, but declined.
Saturday, Oct. 3
Missing person
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies took a missing persons report. The individual was last seen near U.S. Route 33 walking toward Nelsonville. Deputies issued a Be on the Lookout and reported the person as officially missing. The individual was later found in Perry County.
Stop threatening people
Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Alderman Road after receiving reports of an individual threatening someone. Deputies on the scene spoke with all involved parties, and it was determined that no “direct threats of harm” were made.
Sunday, Oct. 4
Just be respectful
Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to The Plains following a dispute between neighbors. Deputies determined nothing criminal had occurred after speaking with the involved parties. The individuals were instructed to be respectful of the others’ property.
Domestic report
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Town Street in Glouster, after reports of a domestic dispute. Deputies spoke with the involved individuals. A report was taken. All those involved were given a disorderly conduct warning.
Monday, Oct. 5
Warrants of the week
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office posted warrants of arrest for John Nelson and Justin Cather. Cather is wanted for a probation violation for possession of drugs and a contempt action for failure to pay child support. Nelson was wanted for receiving stolen property, but he reported himself to the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail. If anyone has any information on Cather’s whereabouts, they are to contact the sheriff’s office immediately.
You punched a car?
Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office spoke with an individual who said while they were working, another individual came up to them, hit the caller's car and screamed at the caller. The caller told deputies that when they began contacting law enforcement, the individual apologized and left. The caller wanted the incident documented.
Tuesday, Oct. 6
Not trespassing, just considerate
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Lexington Avenue in Chauncey after reports of trespassing. Deputies on the scene were able to locate the individuals in their vehicle. The individuals told deputies they had arrived late at night and did not want to wake their family. It was confirmed by the residents that the individuals were family.
Pocket dial
Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call from Carl Road in Millfield, but it was determined the individual had accidentally dialed 911. It was determined there was no emergency.
Wednesday, Oct. 7
Throw those keys!
Deputies of the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to Jefferson Street in Stewart. The call was related to a man taking the keys out of a utility vehicle and throwing them into a yard. At the time the media release came out, a report had been taken and the incident was being investigated.
Verbal Dispute
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Vore Ridge Road after reports of a verbal dispute. The dispute occurred between roommates because one roommate wanted to give the neighbor a ride. Both parties were given disorderly conduct warnings after agreeing to separate.
Thursday, Oct. 8
You took my car?
Deputies with the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call from state Route 550 after a woman said her boyfriend took her car without asking. The woman told deputies that she wanted to leave the residence and she was not concerned about the car. Deputies stayed with the woman until a family member came to pick her up.
Yeah, fight the customer
Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to Dollar General in The Plains. The call was related to a conflict between an employee and a customer. Deputies on the scene were able to speak with both parties. A trespass warning was given to the customer.
