Animal Problem/Animal Cruelty
On July 10, 2024 at 2:53 PM police was dispatched to 750 Martin St. to assist the Darke County Humane Society with making contact with a dog owner. Sherry Burk with the Humane Society stated that she received a phone call from Angel Price. Angel had stated that Brianne Baker has three dogs inside this residence that are not being fed and they do not have access to water. While attempting to make contact at the residence, Sherry received a phone call from Angel Price. Angel stated that the dogs owner and Angel’s son, Zach Gilbert were in a vehicle at Darke County BMV. Sherry requested GPD to stand by to keep the peace while she makes contact with Brianne Baker. Upon arrival at the BMV, Sherry and PO spoke with Brianne. Brianne stated that they are getting a title to a vehicle switched into her name and it was going to take awhile. Sherry made arrangements for Brianne to surrender the dogs to the Humane Society. Sherry wrote down Brianne’s phone number and made an appointment to surrender the dogs at the Humane Society at 5pm on 7-10-24. PO cleared the call as a keep the peace with no further follow up needed due to the owner surrendering the dogs without issues. At this time PO had not seen the dogs. On 7-11-24 PO was contacted by phone by Sherry Burk about the surrender of the dogs from the night before. Sherry stated that Brianne Baker brought two dogs to the Humane Society. Sherry stated Brianne told her they would keep the third dog but were surrendering the other two. Sherry stated that both dogs appeared to have been neglected but especially the Brown male Pitbull, “Barney”. Sherry stated shortly after Brianne left the Humane Society, Angel Price called again stating that the third dog that was kept by Brianne Baker had died. Angel stated that they buried the deceased dog in the back yard of 750 Martin St. Angel could not say how the dog died. PO went to the Darke County Humane Society to view the conditions of both dogs. Photos were taken of both dogs. PO learned from Sherry Burk that the Brown male Pitbull was named “Barney” and the Brown and White mixed breed dog was named “Belle”. Both dogs were taken to Bruns Animal Clinic for health checks. Sherry provided the investigation a vet report and letter from Bradley Bruns stating his professional opinion was that the dogs were neglected. “Barney” weighed 21. 4 pounds. The average weight for this breed should be 65 – 75 pounds. On 7-18-24 PO was able to speak with Brianne Baker by phone. She advised that she could not come to GPD station to speak with this officer today. She was advised to call on 7-19-24 to write a statement at GPD. A citation was prepared and she will be served when located. On 7-20-24 Brianne Baker arrived at the GPD. She was given a statement to fill out. She wrote in her statement that she found the dogs and only had them for 2-3 weeks. PO questioned her about the third dog that was never surrendered. PO advised her that it was reported that the third dog was possibly deceased and buried in the back yard of 750 Martin St. Brianne stated the third dog was a different dog but they did have a puppy that was 3 months old pass away. She confirmed that it was buried in the back yard of 750 Martin St. PO made contact with Dr. Bradley Bruns of Burns Animal Clinic. I asked him his professional opinion that if someone found a dog in “Barneys” condition, if 2-3 weeks was enough time to get the dog closer to a healthy weight if properly cared for. Dr. Bruns advised 2-3 weeks was plenty of time to get the dogs weight up to healthy conditions. Dr. Bruns provided a vet bill and a written statement that was his opinion that the dogs had “obviously been neglected.” On 7-20-24 Brianne Baker was issued a citation for Cruelty to Animals. PO will need this case assigned in case management to follow up on Aug 1st. This is to take photos of the dog after it has been in the Humane Society’s care for 3 weeks time.
CPO Violation
On July 15, 2024, at approximately 9AM, police responded to 112 Winchester Avenue in reference to a phone harassment complaint. PO spoke to Ralph Mccreery who stated his wife/ex-wife Denora Greek, who he has a Civil Protection Order (CPO) against messaged and called him numerous times starting at 6AM in todays date. Ralph stated the phone calls and messages were through an app on his phone called “textnow”. The first phone call was at approximately 6AM, then 6:30AM, and finally 7AM. Ralph stated his number being was 937-621-5363 and Denora’s number through the “textnow” app was 765-684-4401. Ralph believed it was Denora because of the comments being said in the messages. Ralph showed PO the messages where he messaged the number at approximately 7:09AM to stop calling him and also stated “this is CPO Violation” the person believed to be Denora messaged back saying “Grow up you chickenshit why can’t you be civil and no actually it’s not it ended the 9th and what no drama” Denora also stated “just talk to me that’s all I wanted to see how you and B. doing.” Ralph informed officers, B. is Denora and Ralph’s shared child. Ralph then replied “Stop bothering me” Denora messaged back multiple times after “I’m not bothered you for almost a year” as well as “I have not bothered you for almost a goddamn here” Denora then messaged “a f****** year since I bothered you at all.” Denora also sent a voice recorded message where Ralph stated it was her voice. Another Officer is familiar with Denora and stated it sounded like her voice as well. PO tried contacting Denora multiple times where PO left a message with the number listed above. PO also tried to contact other phone numbers police has in the system but both numbers were no longer in service. The Civil Protection Order was filed on September 25, 2024, and has an expiration date of September 19, 2024. Ralph filled out a written statement as well as a victim rights form. Screen shots of the messages as well as the voice recording will be attached to this report. A copy of the Civil Protection order will be attached to this report. The Civil Protection order states the defendant should not initiate or have any contact with Ralph. A citation was issued for the violation of the Civil Protection Order and will be served when she is located.
Disorderly Conduct
On July 17, 2024, police was dispatched to East Russ Road at Wagner Avenue in reference to a traffic crash. PO learned that a traffic crash did not occur, but a road rage incident did take place. PO spoke with the complainant, Andrew Holp who stated he was southbound on Wagner Avenue making a left turn onto East Russ Road. The vehicle in front of his was described as a Green Chevy Astro van. Andrew stated that the Astro van would not make the turn. He used his horn to signal for the vehicle to make the turn. Andrew stated the other driver gave him the middle finger and made the turn. The Astro van came to a complete stop on East Russ Road near McDonald’s driveway, 1301 Wagner Avenue (Parked in roadway). The driver of the Astro van got out of his vehicle and came towards Andrew. Andrew stated they were only yelling at each other at first but then the driver kicked him in the stomach. PO observed a shoe print in water on Andrew’s shirt from where he had been kicked. Andrew caught the man’s leg, and he shoved him to the ground. The driver returned to his vehicle while Andrew was calling 911. The driver then left the scene Westbound on East Russ Road. Andrew stated he did not want to pursue assault charges at this time. Andrew handed this officer two pair of glasses that were on the ground from the driver of the Astro van. PO collected the glasses and placed them into property at the Greenville Police Department for safekeeping. While on the scene two separate witnesses came forward and told the same information about how the incident happened.
Domestic
On July 21, 2024 at approximately 12:21 AM police responded to 325 East Third Street in reference to a domestic. PO made contact with the complainant, Lisa Ganim inside the residence. Lisa advised PO that approximately 10 minutes prior to police’s arrival, her daughter’s boyfriend, Terry Goodpaster, threatened her. Lisa stated that her daughter, Tesla Fox, Terry and their two small children have been staying at the residence with her for multiple months. Lisa stated that tonight, after Terry and Tesla went to bed, she needed to get through the hallway connecting their bedroom to the kitchen. Lisa stated that the two have been blocking the hallway with a baby crib and she was unable to get past it. Lisa stated she then began knocking on the door to their room and yelling for Tesla to move it. Lisa stated that when Tesla came to the door, the two began arguing about the crib. Lisa stated Tesla began yelling at her about waking up the children. Lisa stated that after a few minutes of this, Terry got out of bed and walked over to them. Lisa stated at this time, Terry got in her face and stated he was “going to burn this house down with you inside it.” Lisa stated Terry continued to get in her face and yell while Tesla pulled him back. At this time, Lisa called the police department. Lisa was able to provide audio of this incident that she recorded on her cell phone. While reviewing this audio in the presence of other POs, Terry could be heard quietly in the background at the time of the alleged statement. All that could be made out was Terry stating, “bitch burns down.” No direct threat against Lisa or her property can be heard in the audio. While speaking to Terry and Tesla about these statements, Terry stated that what he actually said was, “I hope this bitch burns down.” Terry advised he made this comment directly to Tesla while he was getting up out of bed. Both Tesla and Terry stated no direct threats were made. All parties refused to fill out statements in reference to this incident. Terry and Tesla moved the baby crib out of Lisa’s way prior to officer arrival. Terry and Tesla agreed to stay in their bedroom for the night. Lisa was again advised of the eviction process. All parties stated this altercation was verbal only. All parties were advised to contact the police department if further issues arise. A copy of this report will be sent to adult parole officer, Alisha Mcwhinney, reference Terry is on parole with her. No school age children were present. BCI only.
Domestic
On July, 23rd, 2024 police was dispatched to 525 Harrison Avenue in reference to a domestic dispute. PO made contact with Jan and Brandy Clay. Brandy advised she got in a verbal altercation with her husband, Jan. Brandy advised the argument started because Jan would not allow her into the residence they share to gather her things. Jan was advised Brandy is allowed in the residence. Jan was advised of the eviction process. Jan and Brandy were advised to go to separate rooms for the night. No school aged children were present. BCI only.
Domestic
On July 23rd, 2024, at approximately 9:50 PM police was dispatched to 720 East Fourth Street Greenville OH 45331 in reference to a domestic dispute. PO made contact with the complainant/victim Heaven Queen. Heaven stated that she had come home to 720 East Fourth Street to get some clothes as she was staying with her parent. When she arrived, her ex-boyfriend, Quentin Vaughan who they share a child with together, began arguing over money that Heaven had received from someone else. Heaven showed PO a video that she had recorded in her pocket. In the video you are unable to see anything however you can hear Quentin and Heaven in a verbal argument. During the argument Quentin stated to Heaven if she did not tell him where she got the money from, he would “break her jaw”. Heaven stated that she felt threaten by this and believed Quentin would act upon that statement. Heaven stated that Quentin did push her into a wall and grabbed her by the hair. PO did not observe any physical injuries to Heaven. PO spoke with Quentin who stated they were in an argument when she got there but never put his hands on Heaven. PO asked Quentin if he told Heaven he would break her jaw, Quentin denied saying that. PO told Quentin it was recorded on video, Quentin then stated he might have said that due to him being upset. Heaven stated that she will be staying at her mothers in Covington Ohio for the evening. Quentin was issued his copy of the citation and advised of his mandatory court date. There were no children present during this incident. Heaven completed a witness statement and a victim’s rights form; both will be attached to this report. Heaven emailed PO the video of the argument and will be attached to this report as well. A Computerized Criminal History (CCH) was run on Quentin and he has no prior convictions for domestic violence.