Despite a lack of detailed call logs from the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), Scioto County Daily News remains committed to transparency and public awareness. While we can no longer provide full narratives of incidents—since SCSO stopped offering comprehensive public logs early this year—we’re still sharing what we can to keep our readers informed.
Here’s a breakdown of the 66 calls handled on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, across Scioto County by call type and location.
🔥 EMERGENCY SERVICES CALLS
Medical Emergencies (Signal 29)
Total: 18 calls
These calls were primarily for squad assistance and medical transports to local emergency departments. Locations included:
- High St, Millers Run-Back Run Rd, Concord Dr, Hiles Rd, Rainbow Dr, Aaron Rd, Cartro Rd, Big Pete Rd, Wood St, Disterdick Ln, Maple St, Pirate Dr, Fairview Ave, Cook Rd, Rigrish Rd, Junior Furnace-Powellsville Rd.
Fires (Code 28 / 28A / 29B)
Total: 5 fire-related incidents
- Faith Baptist Church (Ohio River Rd), Germany Hollow Rd/Lick Run Lyra Rd, Williams St (vehicle fire), St. Rte 522 (structure fire), and a false alarm/canceled call on Lower White Oak Rd.
🚨 POLICE RESPONSE CALLS
Investigate Complaint (Signal 09)
Total: 10 calls
- Locations included Sunrise Ave, Center St, 9th St, St. Rte 239, Summit St, Sherman St, Smith St, Van Crabtree Rd.
Suspicious Persons (Code 60)
Total: 4 calls
- Notable locations: Fairview Ave, St. Rte 140, St. Rte 823, Wendy’s in Lucasville.
Civil Process (Signal 15)
Total: 4 calls
- Locations: Ash St, Brunner Ave, Simpson Rd, and a civil standby that included a felony warrant service.
Traffic-Related Incidents
- Accidents – Injury/No Injury (Code 04 / 02): 3 calls, including Blue Run Rd, Cockrells Run Rd, Boland’s Mini Mart.
- Traffic Offenses (Code 86 / 86A): 5 calls – including speeding and ATV complaints in West Portsmouth, Pollock Rd, Summit St, and others.
- Traffic Jam/Road Blocked (Code 80): 2 calls on Henley Deemer Rd and Center St.
Criminal Reports and Arrests
- Theft (Code 36 / 36A): 2 calls – one in progress at Lowe’s led to an arrest.
- Vandalism (Code 64): 1 call – Ferguson Ave.
- Assault (Code 08): 1 call – SOMC ER.
- Sex Offense (Code 48A): 1 call – Stoney Creek Apartments, report taken.
- Juvenile Complaint (Code 34): 2 calls – Webster St and Clayton Ct.
- Felony Warrants (Signal 15F): 2 calls – Nauvoo-Pond Creek Rd, Shepherd Fork Rd.
Animal Complaints (Code 18A):
Total: 3 calls
- Market St, Dogwood Ridge Rd, Pollock Rd.
Prowler (Code 46):
Total: 1 call
- Sugar Camp-Jackson Fork Rd – log only, no contact.
🚓 OTHER NOTABLE ACTIVITY
Escorts/Parades (Signal 57): 4 details
Assist Other Units (Code 10): 1 call – Gallia/Mabert area
Civil Standbys & Misc. Log Entries: Multiple entries were marked as “handled by other jurisdiction,” “log only,” or “UTL/GOA” (unable to locate/gone on arrival).
This summary is brought to you as part of our commitment to community safety and transparency. We’ll continue to monitor public records and keep you updated on notable trends and public safety issues in the region—even with limited access to details.