The Ohio Special Response Team and the Ohio Highway Patrol Aviation Unit joined the search for Timothy Metcalf, a 74-year-old, white, male, who simply walked away from his residence in Ashland on Monday, around 8pm, and hasn’t been seen since.
Ashland Police Division Captain, Craig Kiley, said in a phone call today, that they are trying to pin down a direction that Metcalf may have went. No public search has been organized yet. If anyone wants to call the Police Division and leave their phone number we can contact them, if a public search is needed.
Tim was known as a walker and often walked miles, so it is difficult to say with any certainty where he may have went, commented Captain Kiley. Every effort is being deployed in this search.
In a press release on Tuesdays, it was reported that Mr. Metcalf is 5’11”, weighs 185 lbs., with graying hair, a beard, and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a navy-blue coat. He likes to frequent parks and nature preserves in the Ashland County area, and walks to them regularly.
Captain Kiley commented, we have been knocking on doors and asking the public and business to look at their cameras to see if they may have caught Mr. Metcalf on their cameras, Monday around 8pm.
On their web-Site https://www.ohiospecialresponseteam.org/ says, “OSRT NEVER SELF DEPLOYS and there is NEVER A CHARGE FOR OUR SERVICES.”
If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of Mr. Metcalf, please contact the Ashland Police Division at (419) 289-3639 or (419) 289-1911.
The next M25OC distribution of fresh, nutritious fruits and veggies is coming to Ashland this Saturday – February 25th, from 10 am to 1:00 pm at Luray Lanes (we’ll be outside in the parking lot).
The Addams Family opens this Friday at Ashland High School, Dan Chandler took some time to get to know this year’s cast and crew for Ashland County Picture’s.
Garry Poth Age:40
White / Male / 5’11” / 220 / Blond Hair / Blue Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Crawford County Sheriff’s Office for felonious assault F2 and a probation violation for corruption F2
Ties to Bucyrus and Shelby Ohio.
Reginald Canfield Age: 45
White / Male / 5’9” / 225 / Brown / Blue
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Ohio Department of Corrections / Adult Parole Authority on a probation violation for sexual battery F3
Ties to Mansfield, Cleveland, and West Virginia.
Wesley Lambert Age: 31
White / Male / 5’11’’ / 150 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Ohio Department of Corrections / Adult Parole Authority on a probation violation for tampering with evidence F3 and possession of drugs F3
Ties to Mansfield Ohio
Richard Kiser Age: 56
White / Male / 5’7’’ / 180 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a failing to provide change of address as sex offender
Ties to the Mansfield, New Philadelphia, Conneaut, Bergholz, Lawrenceburg, TN
Reward money is available for information directly leading to an arrest. Anyone with information concerning any of these fugitives can contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force office at 419-774-3565 or the tip line at 1-866-4WANTED (1-866-492-6833) or you can send a web tip at the following webpage http://www.usmarshals.gov/district/oh-n/index.html.
Tipsters may remain anonymous, and a cash reward may be available. The Task Force’s “Dangerous Dozen” fugitives can be viewed at https://www.usmarshals.gov/sites/default/files/media/document/dangerous-dozen.pdf, which is updated monthly.
The NOVFTF Akron Division consists of the following federal, state and local agencies:
United States Marshals Service, Mansfield Police Department, Ohio Adult Parole Authority, Richland County Probation, Richland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Bucyrus Police Department, Galion Police Department, Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Lexington Police Department, Loudonville Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Ontario Police Department, Plymouth Police Department, Willard Police Department and Crestline Police Department.
The Ashland Police Division is investigating the report of a missing, 74-year-old, white, male. Timothy Metcalf walked away from his home on the north side of Ashland last night at approximately 8:00 pm. He left his cell phone and wallet at the residence, and did not report to work today. Mr. Metcalf has been experiencing a significant amount of stress lately and his family is concerned for his wellbeing due to the uncharacteristic behavior.
Mr. Metcalf is 5’11”, 185 lbs., with graying hair, beard and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a navy-blue coat. He likes to frequent parks and nature preserves in the Ashland County area, and walks to them regularly.
Mr. Metcalf may have asked someone for a ride, or to use a phone. If you see him, or know where he may be, please call the non-emergency line at 419-289-1911, or dial 911 if he is in distress, to report the specifics.
Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell Announces Deputy Garrett Dudte as the February 2022 Officer of the Month
Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell announced today that the Officer of the Month for February 2023 is Ashland County Sheriff Deputy Garrett Dudte.
Deputy Dudte has shown a relentless pursuit of criminals through a high level of self-initiated activity. By using his training, experience, and instincts, Deputy Dudte has created positive outcomes in high pressure situations. Month after month, his efforts have resulted in felony cases involving narcotics, firearms, and more. His report writing skills are strong and he is proactive when it comes to conducting necessary follow-up. Deputy Dudte’s diligence reflects the high standards of law enforcement in our community and we are grateful to have him protecting our county.
Prosecutor Tunnell stated, “Deputy Dudte has drawn the attention of my staff by his consistency. He is consistently making cases by staying alert and aggressively pursuing the criminal element. He’s a hard-charging go-getter.”
Each month Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell will select an officer of the month to recognize the good work being done in our community by our law enforcement officers.
ASHLAND, Ohio – The department of English at Ashland University is sponsoring a poetry reading by visiting writer Saeed Jones on Thursday, March 2, at 7 p.m. It will take place at the Student Center Auditorium inside the Hawkins-Conard Student Center (847 Claremont Ave.), and is free and open to the public.
Jones will read excerpts from his critically-acclaimed book, “Alive at the End of the World.” A collection of poems that confront the haunted condition of Black life in America, it was selected to “Best Books of 2022” lists by The New Yorker, NPR and Publishers Weekly among others. Utilizing a combination of memoir, fiction and persona, Jones addresses everyday perils as he and his speakers seek ways to love and survive through America’s existential threats.
Jones is the award-winning author of “Prelude to Bruise” and “How We Fight for Our Lives.” The former was named a 2014 finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award for poetry, while the latter won the Kirkus Prize for Nonfiction in 2019.
Jones was born in Memphis, Tenn., grew up in Texas and now lives in Columbus, Ohio. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times and GQ, and he has been featured on a number of public radio programs.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2023 AT 6 PM – 8 PM
Ashland County 4-H Open House
Ashland County Fairgrounds
A come and go event from 6-8 pm to learn about Ashland County 4-H. Everyone welcome!
Featuring: project books available to look through, committee members from each animal species to talk to and ask questions, poster project examples on display, door prizes and live animals to pet! We will be on the Fairgrounds in Mozelle Hall.
The Mansfield Division of Police would like to alert area residents of a possible phone fraud/scam/impersonating a police officer occurring in our community.
We have received dozens of complaints today from area residents as well as Columbus area residents who advised they are receiving calls from a“Sgt Ryan Grimshaw”. The caller is stating they need to discuss legal documents with them and then leaves a return phone number.
If you call the number you do get a voicemail that identifies as“Sgt. Grimshaw”.
Although the division does have a Sgt. Grimshaw on staff, these phone calls were not made by him. If you do receive a call please do not respond. The division is currently investigating these calls.
If you have any information relating to this please contact Lt. Robert Skropits
Joe Lyons •
February 24, 2023
Garry Poth Age:40
Reginald Canfield Age: 45
Wesley Lambert Age: 31
Richard Kiser Age: 56
The Mansfield Division of Police would like to alert area residents of a possible phone fraud/scam/impersonating a police officer occurring in our community.