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Delaware County law enforcement agencies to enhance patrol on state roads Aug. 19 to Sept. 7
Delaware County agencies will increase impaired-driving patrols Aug. 19-Sept. 7; plan a sober ride and drive responsibly.
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Two men arrested for Bean Oller Road shooting, daughter of victim also charged
Two men are in custody for allegedly fatally shooting a 55-year-old woman in her home on Bean Oller Road in Delaware.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office identifies Bean Oller Road shooting victim
The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office has identified the woman who was fatally shot insider her home on Bean Oller Road.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office investigating overnight shooting
DELAWARE COUNTY — Shortly after midnight, Friday, August 14, 9-1-1 received a call from a Bean Oller Road resident indicating shots fired in or near their home. The caller said his wife had been shot. Within minutes, shortly after first responders’ arrival, the victim was transported to the hospital.
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Delaware County authorities involved in crackdown on organized retail crime
Ohio retail-crime task forces charged 46 people and recovered stolen goods in a statewide blitz involving Delaware County agencies; read the results.
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Olentangy Schools expands emergency preparedness, launches new student wellness tools
LEWIS CENTER — Olentangy Schools is continuing to update how students and staff prepare for emergencies across the district’s 29 school buildings. Director of Safety, Security and Preparedness Ron Vogel gave the Olentangy Board of Education an update Thursday on the district’s safety initiatives and additional improvements planned for the upcoming school year.
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Gratitude in a Gun: Why Delaware deputies keep their service weapons after retirement
Learn why Delaware County lets retiring deputies buy their service pistols for $1, a tradition honoring years of service.
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Delaware County Sheriff’s Office identifies 5 Scioto River drowning victims
Five Columbus residents were identified as Scioto River drowning victims.
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Sheriff: Bodies of all 5 adults recovered from Scioto River after apparent rescue attempts
Crews recovered five adults from the Scioto River after apparent rescue attempts; read what officials know about the Delaware County tragedy.