Midnight mayhem, a foot chase into the woods, and two hauled off in cuffs — here’s what really went down in the dark on Thomas Avenue…
Just after 4 a.m., chaos broke the silence in Wayne Hills when a frantic caller reported the sound of glass shattering and screams coming from a Thomas Avenue apartment.
🚨 Officers rushed to the scene — and spotted a male suspect bolting into the woods. But his escape didn’t get far.
👮 Here’s the breakdown:
- Police detained a juvenile male and an adult female
- Contacted Juvenile Court, which ordered both taken into custody
- A Scioto County Deputy transported the teen to Lawrence County Juvenile Detention
- The woman was booked into the Scioto County Jail
🔍 Authorities haven’t released details yet on what triggered the 4 a.m. eruption — but sources say it wasn’t just a broken window causing the disturbance.
⚠️ Early Morning Mayhem: What to Do When Your Neighborhood Erupts
👂 1. Hear something? Say something. Screams, crashes, or chaos at odd hours? Don’t ignore it — call 911.
🚪 2. Stay inside. Don’t confront suspects or investigate on your own — especially if you hear violence.
📸 3. If safe, record details. Jot down what you hear or see — it can help police later.
🧒 4. Keep kids close. Juvenile arrests are on the rise — know where your teens are, especially late at night.
Because when glass breaks at 4 a.m. and suspects run for the woods, it’s not just a bad dream — it’s another wild night in Wayne Hills.