The Scioto County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO), along with EMS and fire crews, responded to a wide array of incidents across the county on Monday, May 12, 2025. While the Sheriff’s Office no longer provides the detailed daily reports it once shared with the public, we remain committed to offering citizens as much information as possible about the work being done to protect and serve our community.
Law Enforcement Activity: Alarms, Assaults, and Assistance
Deputies responded to a variety of calls Monday, including:
- Alarms: False or accidental alarm drops made up a substantial portion of calls, including businesses in Wheelersburg, Lucasville, South Webster, and other locations. Notable calls came from AutoZone, Wendy’s, Avalon Street properties, and Valleyview Health Center.
- Domestic & Juvenile Complaints: Officers investigated a domestic incident on State Route 335 and responded to juvenile issues at Marne Avenue and the county jail, including a runaway report.
- Assault: One assault incident was reported on Jordan Days Road, with the victim transported for medical treatment.
- Vandalism & Suspicious Persons: A vandalism complaint came from the Route 139 area, and deputies checked out reports of suspicious activity near Dollar General in Clarktown and along State Route 140. In each case, units investigated thoroughly.
- Traffic Issues: Multiple traffic-related incidents occurred, including injury crashes on Duck Run Road, Center Street, and the US 23 rest area. There was also a report of a roadblock near State Route 139 and Seiler Road.
- Animal Complaints: Two separate animal-related calls were logged, one near Galena Pike and another on Clayton Court, with deputies filing reports as needed.
- 911 Hang-Ups & Miscellaneous: Hang-up calls and requests for complaint investigations came in from various areas, including Maple Benner Road, Kittle Road, and Dry Run Road. These were mostly logged with no further action needed.
EMS & Fire: A Demanding Day of Medical Response
Our emergency medical services were especially active, answering over two dozen calls ranging from minor medical issues to accident injuries. While we cannot share names or full addresses, we can provide the following breakdown by type and general location:
Medical Emergencies (Signal 29)
These comprised the bulk of EMS calls, with patients transported from several areas, including:
- Minford, Twin Valley, and Rosemount regions.
- Facilities like SOMC Urgent Care, Randall House, and Minford Retirement Center.
- Multiple homes along State Route 335, US Highway 23, and inner-county roads like Dry Run and Elder Avenue.
Traffic Accidents
At least three injury accidents required EMS support, occurring at:
- Duck Run Road/State Route 348
- Center Street
- Rest Area on US 23
Several non-injury accidents were also reported and cleared without the need for medical transport.
Mental Health & Welfare Checks
Crews responded to at least one mental health crisis and assisted law enforcement in making sure those involved were safe and received appropriate help.
A Note on Transparency and Reporting Changes
As of early 2025, the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office has opted to stop producing the detailed daily reports once shared regularly with the press and public. While we understand this limits the amount of information available, we remain committed to keeping our community informed.
We believe transparency and communication are vital to public safety, and we will continue to provide summaries and analysis to help citizens understand local trends, stay aware of activity in their neighborhoods, and recognize the incredible efforts of our first responders.
Acknowledging the Effort Behind the Calls
Whether it was transporting an elderly resident from a retirement center in the early morning hours or responding to a late-night domestic dispute, the day-to-night efforts of Scioto County deputies, EMTs, and fire crews are nothing short of tireless.
To every member of law enforcement and emergency services who answered the call—whether investigating, assisting, or saving lives—thank you for your continued service.
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