Domestic
On November 22nd, 2024, at approximately 11:01 AM police was dispatched to 830 Dorothy Lane. This was in reference to a 9-1-1 hang up where it was advised of an accidental dial. PO arrived and located a male subject in the drive way. The subject was identified as Kenneth Diedenhofer. Kenneth advised he was in an argument with his sister, Kelly Lewber, at the listed address. Kenneth advised that he lives in Clermont County and he was there to visit his sister but to also pick up a K9 from his sister who belongs to her ex-husband and Kenneth’s friend. The argument started because Kelly did not want to return the K9 and she thought she had more time with the dog. Kelly came outside and confirmed the story. PO also spoke with the owner of the K9, Gary Napier. PO was able to confirm Gary did have the dog tagged in Clermont County. The K9 was released to Kenneth who left the residence. BCI ONLY, no school age children present.
Breaking and Entering
On November 21st, 2024, at approximately1:46AM police was dispatched to 841 Martin St; Marathon Gas Station, on a law alarm. Dispatch stated it was a counter and a register motion alarm. Upon arriving at approximately 1:50 AM PO observed the West front door, that had been previously boarded shut, to have an approximate 3 feet by 2 feet cut in the ply wood. Once PO was at the doorway, it was clear that someone had used a saw to cut the opening and get inside. PO could hear alarms going off but was unable to see or hear anyone. Once a Deputy arrived, PO advised him to go around the back of the building to make sure no one exits the side while PO clears the inside of the building. Once making entry around 1:52 AM PO observed multiple items to be thrown around and the cabinets behind the register to be opened and items missing. PO then checked and cleared the building but was unable to locate anyone or anything. Once an Officer arrived police secured the scene, contacted the store owner as well as a Detective. Store owner Zayd Nagi arrived confirming that the store had just been broken into and robbed. He also stated he was able to see a large amount of rolled change stolen and the money in the register was gone as well. PO asked Zayd if he had cameras, and he stated only two cameras inside the store work. PO was able to watch the video Zayd had, and it showed a male subject wearing a white clown mask, gloves, blue jeans, with black and white shoes enter through the opening he cut, then go straight to the cabinet and steal the change. The male subject then used a large screwdriver and forced the register open to steal the money inside. Zayd was given a business card and a victims rights form to complete. Zayd stated he was unable to complete a total amount stolen but to have someone return around 10 AM and he would have a total. PO also told Zayd to send all the video to police, as well as write down anything else that might’ve been stolen. PO photographed the scene and all photographs will be attached to this report. PO was also able to collect the screwdriver that was used, and it will be placed into evidence. Zayd stated he had never seen it before, and it must belong to the offender. At this time, PO is waiting for the total amount of money stolen. PO was able to pick up the victims rights form that was completed by an employee. Zayd advised he would email the video to be included with this report.
Domestic
On November 20, 2024 at approximately 8:17 AM police was dispatched to 1372 North Chippewa Drive in reference to a domestic complaint. PO made contact with the complainant Linda Buckingham in the driveway of her residence. Linda stated she got into an argument with her son, Johnathan Buckingham, over her dog making a mess in the house. Linda advised she began cleaning the dog’s mess and Johnathan began arguing with her over the use of chemicals. PO went to the backyard where Johnathan was located to speak with him. Johnathan stated Linda is aware he can not tolerate the smell of chemicals, but proceeded to use chemicals regardless. Johnathan advised he is in the process of looking for a new place to live at this time. Johnathan stated he would leave the residence for the day. Both parties advised verbal only, no physical altercation. BCI ONLY. No children present.
Nuisance Abatem
On November 22, 2024 at 10:51 AM, a nuisance abatement code violation was initiated at 200 1/2 Walnut Street. This nuisance abatement code violation was initiated due to the increase amount of criminal activity on the premises as well as trash accumulation. Over a course of the last 4 months, the following list is reports and or calls for service at this address.
- 7/30/24 Wanted Person 24-G01073
- 7/31/24 Theft 24G008033
- 8/8/24 Vandalism 24G008325
- 8/9/24 Vandalism 24G008372
- 8/10/24 Harassment 24G008399
- 8/14/24 Theft 24G008523
- 8/18/24 Vandalism 24G008654
- 8/30/24 Trespassing 24G009074
- 9/29/24 Disorderly 24G010204
- 10/6/24 EDP 24G010471
- 10/11/24 Fight 24-D20609
- 10/29/24 Trash complaint 24G011346
- 10/31/24 EDP 24G011441
- 11/13/24 Theft 24G011973
- 11/21/24 Subject with a weapon 24-G01658
Due to the frequency and the types of criminal activity at 200 1/2 Walnut Street, PO prepared a City of Greenville Nuisance Abatement Code Notice and Order. The frequency and types of criminal activity at this address disturbs the general welfare, peace, quietude, and safety of the general public. PO performed a search of the Darke County Auditors website and learned that the owner of the property is Michael James, he received his copy of this order via posting at his residence. Jeff White and Jamie Keown received their copy via personal service to Jeff. An email was sent to Safety Service Director Ryan Delk advising him that a nuisance abatement order was issued at the property.