Disorderly Conduct
On December 24, 2024 at 05:08 AM police was dispatched to 113 Deshler Ave in reference to a disorderly subject. GPD dispatch advised that the complainant/victim, Abigail West stated that the suspect, Rachel Thobe was outside yelling at Abigail about her children. A short time later PO arrived on scene and observed that Rachel was no longer outside, but her front door was wide open. PO then made contact with Rachel who was intoxicated wearing pants and a bra. While speaking with Rachel, she was belligerent and did not make sense. She stated that her neighbors are drug dealers and that Abigail’s “vagina hurts”. PO made contact with Abigail who stated that Rachel had been doing this since approximately midnight on this date. She stated Rachel was outside her residence yelling about “sucking dick” and “fucking”. Abigail stated she has two small children who were woke up by Rachel yelling at approximately 05:00 AM. Abigail completed a witness statement form and a victims rights form. Rachel was issued a citation for disorderly conduct and IPO attempted to explain it to her. PO advised her to stay inside and quit yelling at the neighbors or she would go to jail if police had to come back. Rachel and Abigail live directly across the street from one another.
On December 24, 2023 at 06:18 AM police was dispatched to 113 Deshler Ave in reference to a disorderly subject. On the same date at 5: 09 AM PO was dispatched to the same address in reference to Rachel Thobe yelling obscenities at her neighbor. Rachel was cited for disorderly conduct. At 6:18 AM PO was dispatched back to the same address. The complainant/victim, Regina Colby stated once PO left the scene of the first incident, Rachel came back outside throwing several items from her porch and yelling loudly. Regina resides at 103 Deshler which is three houses west of Rachel’s residence. Regina stated she could not understand what Rachel was saying but that she was alarmed and inconvenienced. PO made contact with Rachel at her residence, 113 Deshler Ave and advised her she was under arrest for persistent disorderly conduct. Rachel was placed into handcuffs and was transported to the DCSO jail for booking being held on a $275.00 bond. Rachel was intoxicated during both incidents. Regina advised that Rachel had been yelling and also throwing and slamming things all night. Regina completed a written statement and a victim’s rights form.
Death
On December 24, 2023, police was dispatched to 303 Maple Avenue in reference to a report of a deceased subject. PO met with the complainant/victim, Tracy Fitzwater, and another PO. Police made entry into the listed residence and located the deceased on the floor in the front living room. Police was able to clear the residence for any other persons that maybe inside with no one else being located. Ansonia Rescue as well as Det. Dickman and County Coroner, Joe Vanvickle were able to respond to the scene for further investigation. Joe and Det. Dickman were able to collect photographs of the scene. Joe was able to make contact with the next of kin and advise them of the deceased. There is no foul play suspected at this time. The deceased was released to Zechar Bailey.
CPO Violation
On December 26th, 2023 police was dispatched to 699 Wagner Ave in reference to possible CPO violation. PO made contact with the complainant Elizabeth Brodrick. Brodrick explained that she had a temporary protection order against Cody Petry. Brodrick advised that she was at Wal-Mart and she saw Petry while she was checking out. Brodrick explained that she finished checking out and exited the building and went to her truck. Brodrick stated that she went to the stop sign and noticed Petry in his van a couple cars behind her. Brodrick stated she turned left and went south onto Wagner Ave and so did Petry. Brodrick stated that Petry followed her until Russ Rd where he turned onto Russ and into McDonalds Parking lot. Brodrick turned into 699 Wagner Ave where she called the police. PO called and spoke with Petry who advised that he was not aware of Brodrick being in Wal-Mart at the same time as him. Petry stated he went to McDonalds after he left Wal-Mart and went straight home. PO explained to Brodrick to be cautious of possible violations. This case can be closed. It is not believed that this was an actual violation but is documented in case of further issues.
Wanted Person
On December 26th, 2023, at approximately 6:40 PM police observed a Maroon 2000 Dodge Ram being operated east bound on Martin street at Ohio Street. PO observed the passenger in the vehicle to be Michelle Mendenhall. PO was familiar with Michelle and knew her to have an active warrant for her arrest. PO confirmed the warrant was through the Greenville Police Department for failure to appear on original charge OVI, no bond must serve 3 days. A traffic stop was made on the listed vehicle on Tiffin Street at River Street. Michelle was confirmed to be the passenger in the vehicle and she was arrested. A PO transported the female to the Darke County Jail and released her to staff.
Assault
On December 28th 2023 at 9:34 AM police was dispatched to 851 Martin Street; Baymont room #111 in reference to an assault between grandmother and granddaughter. PO made contact with Teressa Schidecker and a juvenile. Teressa is the grandmother of the juvenile and is watching over her while her father, Greg Price is out of town. Teressa stated that the night prior at approximately 11:00 PM she attempted to take a tablet away from Lola. When doing this Lola had struck her with the tablet charging cord causing a welt on the upper part of her right arm and top right of her back. This morning the juvenile again was refusing to listen to Teressa when being told to clean up. The juvenile then struck Teressa several more times and kicked her in the chest. The juvenile admitted to striking Teressa due to her taking away a lock box that Lola has. The juvenile is on juvenile probation in Montgomery county. Melanie Reiglesperg is her probation officer, she was contacted and notified of this incident. Greg Price is the father of the juvenile and was contacted by phone. Teressa completed a witness statement and victim’s rights form. Photos were taken of Teressa injuries. The juvenile was issued her copy of the citation for assault and advised juvenile court will contact them in reference a court date.
Assault
On December 28th, 2023, at approximately 8:30 PM police was dispatched to 200 Rhoades Avenue to speak with the complainant. The complainant was advising of an assault complaint that occurred somewhere else in the city. PO arrived to the address and located the complainant, Braden Denny. Braden advised that he was with his mom, Danielle Elliot, at 303 1/2 Chestnut Street. Braden advised that while on Chestnut Street, another resident Gage Bradburn, slammed him to the ground. PO looked at Braden and observed no visible injuries. PO also asked Braden if he had any injuries and he advised no. PO transported Braden to 303 1/2 Chestnut Street so PO could speak with him and Danielle at the same time. Originally Braden and Danielle both advised that earlier on the 28th while Danielle was away from the residence an argument ensued between Braden and Gage. That is when Gage grabbed Braden by the neck and pushed him into the counter. Then took Braden to the ground and was holding him down. While standing by so Danielle could gather her items from the residence PO talked to Gage. Gage advised there was no altercation today and he never put his hands on Braden. While waiting PO also spoke to Jeffrey Royster and Mario Lanham. Both subjects advised they never saw Gage put his hands on Braden today. While Danielle was still getting her items and we were standing in the kitchen to keep the peace, another PO noticed a clear baggy. He located a baggy on top of the microwave that contained approximately 8 grams of meth. Due to numerous people having access to the baggy and nobody claiming ownership, it was seized and taken to GPD. The weight of the baggy was approximately 7.9 grams. After Danielle gathered her items PO spoke to her more and she advised she was not home when the altercation occurred but what she heard was directly from Braden. PO asked Braden if this incident even occurred today and he advised no. Braden advised that he thought the incident occurred several days ago. No charges are being filed in this report due to reliability of witnesses in this report. There was also no injuries sustained to anyone.
Death
On December 29, 2023 around 2:22 AM police was dispatched to 1341 Radcliffe Dr in reference to a female not breathing. PO located the decedent on her bedroom floor, unconscious and not breathing. The complainant stated the victim had a DNR. The DNR order was located and any aid to the victim was stopped and the victim was deceased. The descendant is under hospice care and her nurse responded to the scene. All arrangements were predetermined and were taken care of by Hospice.