ARRESTS
Multiple Warrant Arrests Result in Custody Transfers
On May 1, while on patrol, an officer observed a man walking near Royal Arms Apartments. The officer positively identified him from prior dealings and was aware he had an active warrant through the Portage County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO). Upon contact, the man was placed into handcuffs and the warrant was confirmed. The PCSO arrived a short time later and took custody of him without incident.
Also on May 1, while conducting a traffic stop, officers discovered a passenger had an active warrant through PCSO. He was detained in double-locked handcuffs. The warrant was confirmed and PCSO came on scene and took custody of him.
In another May 1 incident, an officer observed a vehicle pulling into a location on Oakwood Street. Upon running the vehicle’s registration through LEADS, April Massa was found to be the owner of the vehicle and to have an active warrant for her arrest through Liberty PD. Upon contact, the warrant was confirmed and Liberty PD advised they wanted her. Massa was transported to an agreed meeting location in North Jackson where custody was transferred to Liberty PD without incident.
On May 4, while on patrol, an officer observed Anthony Markovich at Circle K West. After running his information, the officer discovered he had an active warrant through Strongsville PD that was within the pickup radius. He was detained and the warrant was confirmed. He was transported to a meeting area where custody was exchanged.
On May 4, Jerome Norton III was arrested for menacing after an incident on Ravenna Avenue. Reports indicate Norton’s dog ran into the roadway after the victim’s dog and two children. Norton allegedly threatened the victim, claiming she was at fault and stated he would “beat her ass” if her kids weren’t present. The victim felt threatened and believed Norton would have caused harm to her. A witness was present when the altercation occurred and witnessed the verbal threat. Norton left the scene but was later found, placed under arrest for menacing (M4), and transported to the Portage County Jail.
On May 5, while on patrol, an officer observed Bryanna Doerr walking on the sidewalk near Riddle Ave/Meridian St with knowledge she had an active warrant for her arrest. The officer made contact with Doerr and confirmed the warrant. Brimfield confirmed the warrant and the officer transported Doerr to McDonald’s in Rootstown where she was turned over to Brimfield PD.
On May 7, officers were called to a report of a disorderly subject at a residence on W. Harris Avenue. Upon trying to make contact with the subject, an officer could see through the window that Stefan Schmidt placed a clear item underneath a piece of furniture. Officers were allowed inside the residence to check on the tenant. Upon entering, the officer looked underneath the furniture to find a clear tube with suspected narcotic residue inside. After field testing the item back at the station, the results showed positive for methamphetamine, resulting in Schmidt’s arrest.
JUVENILE INCIDENTS
School Threats Lead to Charges
On May 2, a juvenile at Brown Middle School was charged with Making False Alarms (M-1) after telling another student that he was going to bring a gun to the school and shoot everybody. A student overheard the comment and told a teacher, who reported it to administration. The juvenile admitted to making the comment and provided a written statement. The charge will be filed with the Portage County Juvenile Detention Center.
In a similar incident reported on May 5, a juvenile at Brown Middle School made a gun comment to a teacher after school was dismissed. According to the teacher, the juvenile walked over to her with his hand in his book bag, which was positioned on his chest. When asked what he was doing, he reportedly said, “getting my gun.” The teacher told the juvenile, “you can not talk like that, people get expelled for that stuff,” to which he replied, “no one heard me.” A summons charging the juvenile with Making False Alarms (M-1) will be prepared and filed with the Portage County Juvenile Detention Center.
On May 5, a juvenile employee of Marc’s was caught on store video surveillance placing forty dollars cash into his pocket. The juvenile’s cash drawer also reflected the forty-dollar shortage.
On May 4, officers responded to an unruly juvenile report at a West Main Street residence. The juvenile was arrested and transported to the Juvenile Detention Center.
On May 3, officers responded to a residence regarding a juvenile problem. According to reports, the juvenile was taking the ring doorbell camera off the front door. The juvenile’s mother requested the camera be returned to the front door. The juvenile brought the doorbell from inside the house and gave it to his mother. Officers noted there have been ongoing issues between the juvenile and the reporting party.
PROPERTY CRIMES
Theft Reports Keep Officers Busy
On May 3, a female came to the police station to report a theft at Sheetz Gas Station. Details were included in a separate report.
On May 5, a staff member with Buckeye Residential reported that his count of money kept at a North Walnut Street residence came up $5 shorter than it should have been. It was unclear if money was stolen, lost, or possibly used for legitimate purposes and just not correctly logged. A report number was provided for the Portage County Board of Developmental Disabilities to conduct their own internal investigation.
On May 7, officers responded to a report of a PlayStation theft from a North Chestnut Street residence. Officers searched the area for suspects.
Go-Kart Causes Property Damage
On May 5, officers were dispatched to a property damage report on South Walnut Street. A subject started the ignition of a go-kart he was fixing up in a yard up the road. The subject was standing next to the go-kart at the time and was not riding it when the vehicle went into drive and accelerated down the street. The go-kart destroyed a wooden planter box at one residence and continued next door, striking a parked and unoccupied vehicle, causing damage. The subject agreed to pay the property owners for damages, which they accepted, making it a civil matter.
SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY
Officers Respond to Various Suspicious Situations
On May 1, officers were dispatched to a report of a male and female yelling in a backyard on King Street.
On May 2, a woman reported feeling she was being followed the previous night while walking on South Diamond Street. She described a grey vehicle that pulled into a driveway and back out slowly, making her think she was being watched. She was advised to call police immediately if a similar situation occurs in the future.
On May 3, officers responded to a report of suspicious activity at Clark Gas Station. Upon arrival, officers spoke with a male subject who advised his wife got out of the car on the road and he was waiting for her to return. Upon speaking with the wife, she declined any domestic violence had occurred. The subjects were suspected of being intoxicated, and a relative drove them home.
On May 6, a business owner on North Prospect Street reported having video of a male walking around his business several times overnight and into the morning with a machete. Upon observing the footage, an officer was able to identify the subject, who appeared to be just cutting through the lot on his way to and from Cedar Terrace Apartments.
DOMESTICS
Family Disputes Required Police Intervention
On May 2, officers were dispatched to a verbal domestic between a mother and son on Ohio Avenue. Upon speaking with both parties, it was determined the argument stemmed over property (a BB gun). Both parties were advised to stay away from each other, which they agreed to do.
On May 3, officers responded to the same residence for the son refusing to leave the property. The male subject was told he was no longer welcome on the property and could face charges if he returned.
On May 4, officers responded to a residence for a domestic violence situation. Parties were having a disagreement, but both declined that anything physical had happened. Parties were separated before officers cleared the scene.
On May 6, officers responded to a possible domestic on North Park Drive. After investigation, the situation was resolved without arrests.
FIGHTS AND DISORDERLY CONDUCT
Park Fight Among Juveniles
On May 7, officers were dispatched to a report of a physical fight at City Park. Upon arrival, an officer observed four juveniles walking away from the area toward the North fence line of the park. The juveniles claimed nothing happened and they were just play fighting with one another. Officers located a fifth juvenile who initially denied being involved in a fight but later admitted he was jumped by the other four juveniles. He did not wish to make a report or provide details of what happened.
On May 7, officers were dispatched to McDonald’s for a report of 6-7 males vaping inside the restaurant. The manager advised she told the males to stop vaping, and they started to argue with her. She did not know who they were but indicated they frequented the restaurant often.
On May 7, a resident reported three males, possibly teens, on the roof of her apartment building near her bathroom window. When she confronted them, they ran off the roof and into another apartment. Officers attempted to make contact with the occupants of that apartment, but nobody answered the door. The reporting party was advised to contact her landlord regarding the issue.
MENTAL HEALTH
Officers Assist Individuals in Mental Distress
On May 1, while on patrol, an officer observed a subject kneeling over on the sidewalk. The officer made contact with him, and he appeared to be in slight mental distress. He was compliant, answered all questions, and appeared to know where he was and was able to care for himself.
On May 3, officers responded to a report of a suspicious person in a building who did not live there. The subject was intoxicated to the point of vomiting and was transported by Ravenna Fire Department to University Hospitals Portage Medical Center.
May 7 saw officers responding to suspicious activity at Taco Bell, where a female came in, left her bags, and then went to CVS and the library. She was reportedly wandering around and waving her hands. Officers detained the woman near Highland Avenue and Clinton Street.
TRAFFIC AND MISCELLANEOUS CALLS
Various Minor Incidents Required Police Response
On May 2, a male was reported parked in the Family Dollar parking lot for two hours. The man was eating and may have had low blood sugar. Ravenna City Fire Department was called and checked him, but he refused transport to the hospital. His vehicle would not start, so an officer retrieved a jump box and started the vehicle.
On May 3, a driver was warned for littering.
On May 2, a woman came to the station to report she felt she was being followed while walking on S. Diamond Street. She was advised to call immediately if it happens again.
On May 6, a man came to the station to report a problem with the US Postal Service.
For additional information on any incidents or to report suspicious activity, please contact the Ravenna Police Department.
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