Vandalism
On 11-28-23 PO was contacted by by another PO, who stated that the E. Main St. bridge had been spray painted and he requested PO view the video and photos to identify the suspects. Video showed this occurred on 11-25-23 at 12:31 PM. Video and photos show the suspects spray painted “Fuck Bryan Black”, “KIKO THO”, “Jayden Long A Bitch”, “We Outside Jayden Long Pussy” and “KIKO”. Upon viewing the video and photos PO recognized two of the three male juveniles. PO made contact with one of them. He was wearing the same hooded sweatshirt from the video, black with white paisley design. The second suspect was also wearing the same hooded sweatshirt from the video, black with three Adidas logos of different colors. Both suspects confirmed the identity of the third suspect from Union City, OH. They admitted to spray painting under the bridge. They also confirmed that the third suspect also participated in spray painting. PO made contact with each of the parents / grandparents who have custody of the juvenile suspects. All were made aware that they would be receiving citations for Criminal Mischief. Two of the suspects are on diversion through Darke County Juvenile Courts already. Photos were attached to the case file.
Theft
On November 30, 2023 at 11:35 AM police was dispatched to 210 Birt Street in reference to a theft of a firearm. PO contacted the complainant/victim, Logan Gorrell. Logan stated that several months ago he had to serve a commitment to the Darke County Jail for a prior offense. Jail records show Logan served a commitment on 6/10/2022. Logan advised prior to beginning his commitment, he placed his compound bow and his Heritage Rough Rider .22lr revolver on a top shelf in his garage for safe keeping while in jail. Logan stated on 11/30/23 he observed that the firearm was no longer in the box, on the top shelf in his garage where he left it. Logan advised the ammunition for the revolver and the compound bow were still on the shelf, along with the box the revolver was in. Logan stated he does not know of anyone who would have known where the firearm was being stored or that would have taken it. Logan stated he called three local pawn shops and they advised him the firearm was not sold to them. The firearm was entered into LEADS/NCIC as stolen. At this time there are no suspects.
Theft
On November 30th 2023 at approximately 5:15 PM police was dispatched to 1501 Wagner Avenue, Wal-Mart, in reference to a shoplifting complaint. PO made contact with Lost Prevention employee, Jodi Edger, and the suspect Jolene Dillman, in the lost prevention office. While speaking with Jodi and Jolene, PO found that Jolene “skip scanned”, pretended to scan a ginger bread house food set valuing approximately $15. 00 in the self checkout. Jolene admitted to “skip scanning” the ginger bread house and taking the item past all points of sale without paying for the item. Jodi advised that her and Wal-Mart staff had caught her stealing from the store in the past but did not report it. Jolene was issued her copy of the citation for theft and was advised of he court date and time. At approximately 9:14 hours PO received a call from Jodi stating she wanted to drop the theft charges due to it not meeting Wal-Mart policy to press charges. PO made contact with Jolene at 1325 Mar Del Drive apt# 2 advising her the charges were dropped. Jolene gave back her copy of the citation and the citation has been voided.
Theft
On November 30, 2023 at approximately 5:43 PM police was dispatched to 851 Martin Street; Baymont Hotel in reference to a vehicle theft. PO spoke with complainant/victim Paul Devasconcelos who stated that a trailer belonging to him had been taken from the parking lot of the Baymont Hotel on Monday evening. Paul is a contractor and is currently working for Omni Fiber who is installing fiber wire cables for internet access throughout the City of Greenville. Paul stated that he did not report the missing trailer earlier because he believes that someone took it by mistake. Paul contacted the supervisor who he is contracting with on November 29, 2023 to report that his trailer was missing. Paul stated that he owns the trailer and sent a copy of the invoice for the trailer that will be attached to this report. Paul stated that the trailer has not been registered and was unsure what the serial number for the trailer was. The trailer is reported to be a white 6k Self Load Reel Trailer with the marking “CELOS#2” painted on it. Video footage from the Baymont Hotel shows that on November 27, 2023 at approximately 6:30 PM a late model white Ram 2500/3500 attached the trailer to their vehicle before driving away from the scene. The vehicle that took the missing trailer can be seen waiting for a late model white Chevrolet HD truck that was towing a trailer loaded with a backhoe that was located near and picked up at the same time the missing trailer was. Video footage from Baymont Hotel at the time of the incident was unable to be recovered. A photograph was taken of the missing trailer and the truck that took it that will be attached to this report. License plates from either vehicle were unable to be identified due to the quality of the video footage. The company where the trailer was purchased will be contacted during business hours in an attempt to get the serial number for the trailer. The supervisor for the company that is contracting Paul was contacted and advised of the missing trailer. The supervisor stated that he was not aware of a vehicle matching the description working for his company but he would advise all of his staff of the missing trailer. Paul completed a witness statement and victim rights form that will be attached to this report. A BOLO was entered for the missing trailer and the vehicle that took it. Paul completed a witness statement and victim’s rights form.
Suicidal Threat
On December 1st 2023 at 11:20 AM police was dispatched to 232 Locust Street in reference to a subject making suicidal threats. PO made contact with Robert Oliver who stated that his mother, Melinda Hoening, had made threats of killing herself. Robert showed PO a note that Melinda wrote to Robert this morning stating she is going and don’t feel bad. Robert also showed PO a video that he took of Melinda this morning where she admitted that she was suicidal. Robert also showed text messages from Melinda to him stating that she had taken a handful of medication, hoping they would kill her. Police made contact with Melinda who was in the upstairs bedroom of her residence. Melinda was in her bed awake and alert, she did appear drowsy and slow to responses. Melinda stated that she did not take any medication today. Melinda did not admit to wanting to kill herself but she also did not deny it. Melinda stated that she did not feel right and that something was wrong. Melinda refused to go to the hospital for medical attention. Police explained to Melinda due to the video and statements Melinda made over text messages she will have to go to the hospital. Melinda was transported to Wayne Healthcare by Greenville Township Rescue for a mental evaluation. PO completed Emergency admission form(pink slip) and dropped off to Wayne Healthcare staff. Melinda was placed under the custody of Wayne Healthcare. Robert gave a witness statement, and emailed the text messages and videos on his phone, all copies will be added to this report, along with the note written by Melinda.
Theft
On December 1, 2023 at approximately 4:13 PM police was dispatched to 1501 Wagner Avenue; Walmart in reference to a theft complaint. PO spoke with the complainant/witness; Jodi Edger who stated that the defendant; Stephanie Smith had taken merchandise from Walmart without paying for it. When asked Stephanie stated that she had stolen the items because her boyfriend/involved person; Donald Behm told her to. Stephanie admitted to stealing 22 items from Walmart that totaled $240.15 and all of the items were recovered/returned. Stephanie admitted to the theft and completed a witness statement that will be attached to this report. Donald left the scene before PO’s arrival and was unable to be located. Donald will be trespassed from Walmart when located. Jodi completed a witness statement and victim rights form that will be added to this report. Video footage from Walmart was placed into property and a photograph of the stolen merchandise will be attached to this report. An itemized receipt containing a list of all the stolen merchandise will be attached to this report. Stephanie was cited for theft and advised of her mandatory court date. At this time no further follow up is needed.