Former Sigma Pi president pleads guilty to charges related to death of Collin Wiant
By Maya Morita | June 23, 2020Former Sigma Pi president, Elijah Wahib, pleaded guilty to multiple charges connected to Collin Wiant’s death.
CRIME COPS
Fourth Sigma Pi fraternity member pleads guilty to charges related to Wiant death
By Jillian Craig | June 8, 2020Saxon Angell-Perez joined three other Sigma Pi fraternity members who have pleaded guilty to charges related to the death of Collin Wiant.
Bike worth $2,900 stolen from Athens Bicycle during break-in
By Taylor Burnette | May 22, 2020This was the first time the shop has been broken into in 22 years, shop owner Peter Kotses said.
OUPD to move from Scott Quad to The Ridges
By Ian McKenzie | May 7, 2020Scott Quad residents won’t be living above the law for much longer.
Mapping crimes on OU’s campus and in Athens
By Taylor Johnston and Ellen Wagner | Apr. 23, 2020Throughout the year, the crime map will be updated to reflect the most recent reports from OUPD and APD.
How local law enforcement is adjusting to the coronavirus pandemic
By Ellen Wagner | Apr. 23, 2020Departments have made adjustments to protocols and staffing in order to ensure the health of employees and Athens’ residents.
Blotter: Stolen firearm, identity fraud
By Kirsten Thomas | Apr. 15, 2020It is unclear if the firearm has been located.
Blotter: Inmate escaped; vehicle on fire
By Kirsten Thomas | Apr. 8, 2020The inmate was found and returned to Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail without incident.
4 people arrested for violating Ohio’s stay-at-home order
By Ellen Wagner | Apr. 6, 2020The arrests were made after police responded to calls for parties.
Blotter: Beer stolen, party dispersed
By Kirsten Thomas | Apr. 1, 2020It is not clear if the beer was found or returned.
Man charged with violating COVID-19 stay-at-home order
By Ian McKenzie | Mar. 31, 2020Police charged him after responding to a nuisance party.
Blotter: Four wheelers on road, suspected narcotics in package
By Kirsten Thomas | Mar. 25, 2020The package actually contained vape juice.
Man arrested for assaulting residents with weapon
By Ian McKenzie | Mar. 6, 2020The man was allegedly around Stewart Street, Rufus Street and East State Street.
Blotter: Loud music reported; a heat pump stolen
By Kirsten Thomas | Mar. 4, 2020The heat pump was stolen sometime in the last three weeks.
2 men arrested for breaking and entering at Ciro
By Nolan Simmons | Mar. 1, 2020The men are set to appear for arraignment on Monday.
Woman sues OU, football player and employees for allowing physical abuse
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 29, 2020The alleged abuser was charged with menacing by stalking in October 2019, but the case was dismissed.
Three people wanted for aggravated robbery after threatening victim with pistol
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 27, 2020All of the suspects were described as older than college age.
Blotter: Cat trapped inside trailer; vehicle stolen
By Kirsten Thomas | Feb. 26, 2020The vehicle was found in a field.
Blotter: Panic alarm set off; license plate stolen from vehicle
By Kirsten Thomas | Feb. 19, 2020The caller confirmed that the license plate was taken off of his vehicle.
Athens County Sheriff’s Office hires school resource officer
By Kirsten Thomas | Feb. 18, 2020Deputy David Lemon will help ensure that schools in Trimble stay safe.
