What began as two separate wellness checks for elderly residents in Lucasville ended in heartbreak this week, after Scioto County Sheriff’s Deputies and EMS crews discovered both individuals had passed away.
First Call: Camper Check Turns Grim
Deputies were called to assist with a welfare check at a camper home in Lucasville after neighbors grew concerned they hadn’t seen the resident for several days.
When officers arrived, the property owner told deputies she couldn’t get the door open but was willing to pry it open so they could get inside.
Once a deputy entered, they found the elderly resident unresponsive.
Paramedics arrived moments later and confirmed that the person had passed away.
The Scioto County Coroner’s Office released the deceased to a local funeral home after notifying next of kin.
Another Call, Another Loss
Just a day later, first responders were called to a different part of Lucasville for a report of another unresponsive elderly person.
Deputies and EMS arrived quickly and performed CPR for 20 minutes, but the individual could not be revived.
Officers spoke with the family doctor and next of kin, and once again, the deceased was released to a local funeral home.
A Reminder to Check In
These back-to-back tragedies highlight how vital wellness checks can be — and how often local first responders serve as the last link of care for those living alone.
Officials urge residents to:
✅ Check regularly on elderly neighbors or relatives
✅ Watch for small signs of distress — mail piling up, lights off, pets unattended
✅ Call 911 if you can’t reach someone who may be in danger
