Two frightening calls in one day had Scioto County law enforcement and medics racing into action—and thanks to their quick response, two lives may have been saved.
🟠 Disturbance at the Speedeemart:
- Witnesses at a Wheelersburg convenience store reported a shirtless, intoxicated man
- The man told officers he was down on his luck and wanted to end his life
- Deputies stayed with him until medics arrived
- He was transported to the hospital for urgent mental health care
🟣 Runaway in Lucasville:
- A 12-year-old girl ran off into the woods during what deputies say was a mental health crisis
- Officers launched a quick search and found her safe<span data-ccp-props=”{“134233117″:true,”134233118″:true,”201341983″:0,”335559740″:240}”>
- The child was transported to the hospital by ambulance for care and evaluation
🎖️ Kudos to our first responders!
They’re the ones who show up when someone’s at their lowest. Their calm action under pressure made all the difference in these close calls.
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💡 If You or Someone You Know Is in Crisis:
📞 Call or text 988 – the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
🚓 Don’t wait – call local law enforcement if someone is in immediate danger
🫂 Reach out – sometimes just talking helps
Your life matters. Help is just a call away.
