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Court/Crime
11 hours ago
Mansfield teen in custody following fatal stabbing

A 16-year-old Mansfield boy is in custody and charged with murder following a fatal stabbing early Tuesday morning, according to the Richland County Sheriff’s Office.

North Central Ohio News
1 day ago
Swatting threats put Mansfield residents, officers and emergency resources at risk

The Mansfield Division of Police is warning residents about swatting, the dangers of false emergency reports and steps residents can take to stay safe.

Court/Crime
4 days ago
Crawford County Jury convicts Bucyrus man of strangulation and domestic violence

A Crawford County jury convicted Ricky Chavarria of felony strangulation and domestic violence charges following a trial involving a Bucyrus East Warren Street incident.

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Court/Crime
2 weeks ago
Authorities charge 16 in alleged drug operation linked to Mansfield car wash

Federal officials announced charges against 16 people accused of involvement in an alleged Mansfield drug trafficking operation following a three-year investigation involving multiple law enforcement agencies.

Court/Crime
3 weeks ago
Crawford County Jury acquits 71-year-old Tiffin man after felony trial

A Crawford County jury found Bruce Creasap of Tiffin not guilty of four felony gross sexual imposition charges following a trial involving allegations from a teenage student.

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Court/Crime
3 weeks ago
Galion man acquitted of felony charges in Crawford County trial

A Crawford County jury acquitted a Galion man of two felony charges but convicted him of misdemeanor fleeing, resulting in a sentence of time served after Tuesday’s trial.

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Local
3 weeks ago
New Crawford County Now mobile app delivers local news, weather, and custom alerts

Crawford County Now has launched a free mobile app featuring instant breaking news alerts, local sports, interactive weather radar, and a customizable night mode.

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North Central Ohio News
4 weeks ago
Defense Seeks to Suppress Evidence in Case Against Mansfield Woman Facing Child Exploitation Charges

A Richland County judge heard arguments July 15 over whether key evidence in the case against Sara Westmoreland should be suppressed, with the hearing set to continue in August ahead of her scheduled trial.

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Court/Crime
1 month ago
Indiana man extradited to Crawford County on felony sex charges involving a minor

A 74-year-old Indiana man has been extradited to Ohio and booked into the Crawford County Justice Center following an online solicitation investigation.

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Court/Crime
1 month ago
Five arrested after Bucyrus traffic stops yield weapons, methamphetamine, and cash

A series of traffic stops in Bucyrus over two days resulted in the arrest of five men and the seizure of two firearms, suspected methamphetamine, and nearly $4,000 in cash.

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