October 5, 2023

Sheriff’s Report

 

Police responded to the scene of an accident involving David W. Schultz, 37, of Mill Wood Boulevard and Perry Hopkins, 49, of Kenton that occurred on Northwoods Drive at 4:53 p.m. Sept. 23. Reports indicate Hopkins was stopped and waiting on oncoming traffic at the intersection. Schultz came up from behind and rear-ended Hopkins’ vehicle. Neither driver experienced any apparent injuries. Schultz was cited for failure to maintain assured clear distance ahead.

A deputy arrested Kody L. Welch, 31, of Marion for an outstanding arrest warrant at 8:19 a.m. Sept. 22. He was taken before the judge and released on bond.

Deputies were dispatched to a residence on May Street in Magnetic Springs for a person experiencing a mental heal…

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