Police
July 25, 2024

Police Beat

Sunday, July 14

An officer responded to the Richwood Police Department on a request to speak with a subject. Upon arrival, the subject was identified as Larry Mannasmith, 70, of Richwood, who had a warrant for his arrest out of Champaign County. He was taken into custody and transported to Tri-County Jail by the Union County Sheriff’s Office.

Sunday, July 14

An officer responded to the Route 4/Hoskins Road to assist the Ohio State Highway Patrol on a vehicle crash.

Sunday, July 14

An officer responded to the 600 Block of North Franklin Street to assist the NUCFD.

Sunday, July 14

An officer responded to the 600 block of Forest Lane for a report of a theft.

Monday, July 15

An officer responded to the 200 block of North Clinton Street for a report of a domestic dispute. Upon arrival and further investigation no charges were filed.

Monday, July 15

An officer responded to the 10 block of East Bomford Street for a report of a suspicious circumstance.

Tuesday, July 16

An officer responded to the Richwood Police Department for a report of an assault.

Tuesday, July 16

An officer responded to the 100 block of Pearl Street for a report of a non-injury vehicle crash.

Tuesday, July 16

An officer responded to the 300 block of South Franklin Street for a report of a domestic dispute. Upon arrival and further investigation, no charges were filed.

Wednesday, July 17

An officer responded to Richwood Park for a report of a suspicious vehicle.

Friday, July 19

An officer responded to the 100 block of South Clinton Street for a report of a suspicious circumstance.

Saturday, July 20

An officer conducted a traffic stop at the West Ottawa Street/North Franklin Street, and as a result, Glenn Grove, 79, of Richwood, was issued a citation for reckless operation and driving on an administrative license suspension.

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