The following is a press release sent by the Waverly Police Department. Included in that email to us was this statement: “We cannot currently make any further comments/statements as this incident is under investigation through (Ohio) BCI. We hope you understand.”
There is a lack of clarity in the information, and many questions remain unanswered.
This is the only statement released by the police in regards to the incident.
Chief John Winfield reports on Sunday, November 28, 2021, a 911 call was received from Alan Walsh for medical assistance. Waverly Police Department responded to his residence and at that time a foot pursuit ensued.
Walsh reportedly entered a neighbor’s residence and was encountered by police where he was taken into custody. Mr. Walsh received medical treatment and was transported first to Adena Hospital and then transferred to Riverside Hospital in Columbus.
On Monday, Nov. 29, Mr. Walsh was pronounced deceased at Riverside Hospital. An autopsy was performed by the Franklin County Coroner’s Office.
During the encounter with Mr. Walsh, no weapons were fired.
Waverly Police Department requested that the Bureau of Criminal Investigation conduct an investigation into the officer-involved critical incident. BCI’s investigation remains ongoing.
Attempts were made by SCDN to get clarification about this incident. Mr. Walsh is alleged to have suffered a broken neck. Moreover, it appears he was a well-respected member of the recovery community.
Freedom Hall Recovery Center issued a short statement.”Freedom Hall is praying for the family of Alan Walsh! You touched so many lives and you will be dearly missed!”