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Sheriff's Report through 7-23-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 07-23-2010:

At 0034 on 18 Jul 10 the Sheriff’s Office responded to a call concerning Michael W. Leasure, age 18, 5380 SR 260, New Matamoras, OH had been transported to the Wetzel County Hospital by the Antioch Squad where he had been pronounced dead upon arrival. The investigation revealed Leasure had been at the residence of Ethel Lamp, 318 Main Street, New Matamoras where he began having seizures. Information received from witnesses indicates Leasure had ingested at least one Saboxin and a Vicodin pill earlier in the evening. Mr. Leasure’s body will be transported to Charleston for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

Sheriff's Report through 7-16-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 07-16-2010:

On 11 Jul 10 Robert L. Lohr, age 19, 817 Grandview Avenue, New Matamoras, reported he departed his locked residence at 1 am and when he drove past his home approximately four hours later he noticed lights were on inside. When he looked inside the home, Mr. Lohr said several rooms were ransacked and furniture was upended. Interviewing the other residents of the home, Deputy Sheriffs Reeder and Travaglio determined a DVD player, a Playstation, a .38 handgun, five gold and diamond necklaces and five gold rings were missing. This case remains under investigation.

Sheriff's Report through 7-9-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 07-09-2010:

The following suspects were processed into the Washington County Jail last week:

Timothy Lee Erb, age 47, 1004 Grandview Avenue Apt. A, New Matamoras, for a felony charge of possession of drugs and for misdemeanor charges of possession of drugs and possession of drug paraphernalia. Erb was arrested at his residence by Patrolman Travaglio of the New Matamoras Police Department and processed into the Washington County Jail on 4 Jul 10 at 2:33 am.

Sheriff's Report through 7-2-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 07-02-2010:

On 27 Jun 10 Deputy Sheriff Smeeks requested a warrant for Keshia R. Tillis, age 23, 34663 State Route 7, Pomeroy, for violating the terms of a protection order. Earlier in the morning, Joshua R. Dunn, age 25, 611 Fourth Street, New Matamoras, reported Ms. Tillis phoned him in violation of a protection order he obtained as a result of a prior domestic dispute. Questioned by Deputy Smeeks, Ms. Tillis stated she phoned Mr. Dunn because he phoned her first. Deputy Smeeks viewed Mr. Dunn’s mobile phone call history and was unable to substantiate Ms. Tillis’ claim.

Sheriff's Report through 6-25-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 06-25-2010:

On 21 Jun 10 Richard Poole, age 35, 13815 N. Salvation Army Lane, Tampa, FL, reported he was traveling through Warren County, OH when he picked up a hitchhiker by the name of Ed, who said he was recently released from prison. Mr. Poole stated the two purchased alcohol and started drinking at room at the Aldeco Hotel in New Matamoras. Falling asleep at around 9:30 pm, Mr. Poole said he awoke fifteen minutes later and noticed his silver 2002 Pontiac Grand Am and Ed were both missing. Mr. Poole inventoried his belongings and discovered $1,500 in cash and a laptop computer were also missing. Mr. Poole described Ed as 5’ 10”, with short black hair and tattoos of boxing gloves and dice on one of his arms. This case remains under investigation.

George Edmund "Ed" Kirkbride

George Edmund "Ed" Kirkbride, 67, of Marietta died Tuesday June 22, 2010, at his home.

Drunk Boaters Target of Ohio�s Waterways Safety Enforcement

COLUMBUS – As many as 70 State Watercraft officers, joined by U.S. Coast Guard and local marine patrol officers, will participate in Operation Dry Water June 25-27 to remove boaters impaired by alcohol and drugs from state waterways, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Watercraft.

FHMS Academic Honors

NEW MATAMORAS- Frontier High and Middle School Principal Jack Mental recognizes 147 students for achieving high marks during the fourth nine week grading period, which ended June 7. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in at least four classes, meet the GPA requirements, and have no incompletes or grades below a “C”.

Sheriff's Report through 06-11-2010

Matamoras area press releases through 06-11-2010:

On 13 May 10 the New Matamoras Fire Department transported Zachary A. Huntsman, age 19, 687 Long Run Road, Newport, to Marietta Memorial Hospital for treatment to injuries suffered in an ATV accident. Mr. Huntsman sustained minor injuries to his left ankle and the left side of his face when a tire on his ATV suddenly deflated and caused the vehicle to roll into a ditch.

Leith Run - Free Kids Fishing Derby

Marietta, Ohio – On Saturday June 12th community youngsters ages 2 to 16 are invited to come out to the Leith Run Recreation Area on the Marietta Unit, Athens Ranger District to take part in a free fishing derby. June 12th is National Get Outdoors Day. The fishing derby supports the goals of America’s Great Outdoor Initiative by actively supporting and encouraging use of outdoor spaces by the public.