Ohio Highway Patrol, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Hayesville Fire Department & EMS, and Jeromesville Fire Department & EMS responded to a two-vehicle accident in the Westbound lane, of US Route 30, around 6:21pm tonight.
Roberta Hootman, 35, of Ontario, was driving a 2004 Honda Element Westbound on US Route 30, when a mechanical issue caused her car to strike a 2014 Jetta, driven by Matthew Snyder, 41, of Ontario.
After striking the 2014 Jetta, Hootman’s 2004 Honda Element went into the median, going airborne, rolling over and ejecting Hootman. The Jetta came to rest in the median.
Hayesville EMS transported Robin Hootman to the Dale Roy parking lot, where she was Life Flighted with serios life-threatening injuries.
Both were transporting vehicles for a Mansfield car dealer.
The Crash remains under investigation, by the Ashland Post of the Ohio Highway Patrol.
Anthony Alexander Age: 38
White / Male / 6’0” / 200 / Brown Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by U.S Marshals Service and the Ohio Department of Corrections on the charge of possession of drugs F2
Ties to the Mansfield.
Jaleeka Burton Age: 27
Black / Female / 5’4’’ / 147 / Black Hair / Brown Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for possession of drugs.
Ties to the Mansfield area.
Steven Drummond Age: 26
White / Male / 5’9’’ / 160 / Brown Hair / Blue Eyes
Wanted by the U.S Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for failure to register F2.
Ties to Mansfield area and Gibsonton FL.
Seth Gardner Age: 43
White / Male / 6’0’’ / 185 / Brown Hair / Green Eyes
Wanted by the U.S. Marshals Service and Richland County Sheriff’s Office for a probation violation on the original charge of robbery F1.
Ties to the Mansfield and Cape Girardeau MO.
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.
COLUMBUS – The House Ways and Means Committee has passed State Representatives Nick Santucci (R-Howland Twp.) and Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) Baby Products Tax Exemption Bill.
The bill will create a sales and use tax exemption for certain baby products, including children’s diapers, car seats, cribs, strollers, baby carriers and baby monitors. The exemption will ease the financial burden on Ohio families raising children.
“Rising costs have been hammering working families for the last few years,” said Santucci. “This legislation will help ease the financial burden of baby care on new parents and help families thrive in our state. I’m pleased this legislation passed through committee and look forward to the next steps.”
Additionally, the elimination of sales tax on these products will help ensure that Ohio families have access to the essential items necessary for the health and well-being of their children.
“This is a positive step towards supporting Ohio families and improving the lives of young children with this financial relief,” said Miller. “The bill helps address financial challenges Ohioans face by investing in our families.”
The legislation will now head to the House floor for a complete vote.
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State Representative Nick Santucci is serving his first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. He represents the 64th Ohio House District, which encompasses the southeastern portion of Trumbull County.
State Representative Melanie Miller is currently serving her first term in the Ohio House of Representatives. She represents the 67th House District, which includes all of Ashland County and the western portion of Medina County.
Ashland County Commissioners Office Requesting Ashland County Residents to Please Report any Structural Damage and Flood Damage to your homes by calling 211 or 844-984-1151.
The information you report will be shared with our Emergency Management Agency Director.
Troopers from the Marion Post and the Bucyrus District Office of Investigative Services are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the vehicle and driver from the hit-skip crash that occurred on state Route 95 in Marion County on May 13.
As a result of the crash, John Arthur II succumbed to his injuries on May19.
The BMW, possibly a 2006-2013 X5 did not stop after the crash. The hit-skip driver is a white male, believed to be in his late 30’s or early 40’s with a reddish beard.
Anyone with information regarding this crash, the location of the hit-skip vehicle, or the identity of the driver is asked to call the Marion Post at (740) 383-2181.
On May 30, 2023, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to new Police Officer Joseph Artrip.
Artrip, 27, of Ashland, previously worked as a Sergeant for the Shelby Police Department and a Corrections Officer for the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office.
Having prior law enforcement experience, Artrip will shadow trainers for three to four months to learn organizational procedures while becoming more familiar with operations.
Artrip is excited about the opportunity to work in public safety for the City of Ashland, stating, “I like the sense of community and the culture at APD. I have always wanted to work here.”
Mayor Miller reminded those in attendance about the essential qualities needed to succeed as a police officer. With integrity, dedication, and sacrifice at the forefront, he encouraged the officers to remain humble and diligent while serving the citizens of Ashland.
This appointment brings the Ashland Police Division to 32 full-time police officers.
The Ashland Railway crossing on County Road 1356 in Milton Township will be closed for five days starting Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 9th for railway crossing rehab.
It is anticipated that the road will reopen at the end of the day Friday, June 9th.
Joe Lyons •
June 20, 2023
COLUMBUS – The House Ways and Means Committee has passed State Representatives Nick Santucci (R-Howland Twp.) and Melanie Miller (R-City of Ashland) Baby Products Tax Exemption Bill.
Ashland County Commissioners Office Requesting Ashland County Residents to Please Report any Structural Damage and Flood Damage to your homes by calling 211 or 844-984-1151.
Troopers from the Marion Post and the Bucyrus District Office of Investigative Services are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the vehicle and driver from the hit-skip crash that occurred on state Route 95 in Marion County on May 13.
On May 30, 2023, Mayor Matt Miller administered the oath of office to new Police Officer Joseph Artrip.
The Ashland Railway crossing on County Road 1356 in Milton Township will be closed for five days starting Monday, June 5th through Friday, June 9th for railway crossing rehab.