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Two Pennsylvania State Troopers and a suspect were shot during a chase in Franklin County after a theft at Dick's Sporting Goods; the suspect was killed, and the troopers are hospitalized in critical and serious condition. Authorities are investigating, and officials are praying for the injured officers.
Franklin County has confirmed its 10th rabies case of the year, doubling last year's total, prompting officials to urge pet owners to vaccinate their animals, avoid wildlife contact, and seek immediate medical attention if exposed. They are also offering a rabies vaccination event for pets to help prevent further cases.
A 15-year-old girl who was abducted by her 17-year-old boyfriend in Franklin County has been found safe, and the suspect has been arrested. The suspect, Jeffery Gimenez, had previously kidnapped the victim and was wanted for robbery in Pickaway County. Authorities canceled the AMBER Alert after confirming the victim's safety and the suspect's custody. The suspect may be armed and dangerous, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Grove City Police Department.
Two lucky Powerball tickets sold in Ohio, one in Franklin County worth $2 million and another in Belmont County worth $250,000. The winning $2 million ticket was purchased at a Circle K in Columbus, while the $250,000 ticket was sold at a Bell Store in Barnesville. The Powerball jackpot now climbs to an estimated $532 million for the next drawing on Monday night.
Former NHL player Mike Ribeiro has been found not guilty on two counts of sexual assault in Franklin County, with the jury deadlocked on a third charge. Ribeiro, who played for the Dallas Stars, had been on trial since January 23, and it is uncertain whether he will face a retrial for the unresolved charge.
The first case of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has been confirmed in Franklin County, North Carolina, in a 2.5-year-old female white-tailed deer. CWD is a contagious neurological disease that affects deer and other similar animals and is always fatal. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has set up surveillance programs and special regulations to monitor the disease, but experts warn that it could be infecting deer in other counties. While CWD has never been reported in humans, there are concerns about potential risks, and the World Health Organization recommends keeping meat from infected animals out of the human food chain.
A 26-year-old sheriff's deputy in Franklin County, Ohio, was relieved of duty and arrested on charges of aggravated menacing and assault. The deputy allegedly confronted a woman during a fight, struck her, and then pulled out a handgun, placing it to her head. He pleaded not guilty and was released on his own recognizance. The sheriff's office has initiated an internal investigation and stated that any breach of trust will not be tolerated.
A Franklin County Sheriff's deputy, Nathaniel Wolfe, was arrested and relieved of duty after being charged with aggravated menacing and assault by Columbus police. Wolfe was taken into custody without incident and will remain relieved of duty pending the outcome of the charges and an internal investigation.
Authorities in Florida are searching for state prisoner Robert Rutherford, who escaped from his crew work site in Franklin County. Rutherford, who is serving 20 years for armed burglaries and domestic violence, is considered dangerous and possibly armed. There have been sightings of him in Apalachicola, and residents are urged to be cautious and report any sightings to the authorities.
Three people were killed in a four-car crash on Interstate-44 in Franklin County, Missouri. The accident occurred when a 2020 Jeep Cherokee traveling in the wrong direction collided with a 2017 Nissan Rogue, a 2010 Toyota Corolla, and a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The driver of the wrong-way vehicle and the occupants of the Nissan were pronounced dead at the hospital.
Three people have died and two others have been injured in a single-vehicle crash in Benton, Illinois. The crash is currently under investigation by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office with assistance from the Illinois State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit. The community is rallying together, with the mayors of Benton and West Frankfort offering condolences and support, and the Immanuel Baptist Church opening its doors for prayer. A candlelight vigil is scheduled for Sunday evening.
The top home sold in Franklin County, Ohio, last month went for $3.6 million, while the top home in Delaware County sold for $2.9 million. In Franklin County, 1,449 single-family home purchases were made in December, with an average price of $335,819 and a median price of $300,000. In Delaware County, 230 single-family home purchases were made, with an average price of $528,670 and a median price of $490,000. The article also lists the top 10 most expensive homes sold in each county in July.
The entire city of Rantoul in Franklin County, Kansas, is without power following severe thunderstorms on Sunday. Mayor Lora Jean McDowell is clearing debris and checking on residents, while also working to get a generator for the town hall as a cooling center. The main concern is the lack of water due to electric pump failures, and many residents are worried about food spoilage. Damage was also reported in neighboring Ottawa, Kansas.
A man riding his bicycle in southwest Franklin County was hit by a black pick-up truck and a Hyundai, resulting in his death. The pick-up truck fled the scene, while it is unclear if the driver of the Hyundai remained or fled. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating and asking anyone with information to come forward.
A man in Iowa was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy during a domestic dispute call. The man, identified as Matt Davis, was armed with a pellet gun and pointed it at passing vehicles and deputies. Despite orders to drop the gun, Davis refused and walked towards the officers, prompting the deputy to shoot him. The incident is under investigation by the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation and the Iowa State Patrol.