Two suspects were apprehended after a high-speed chase and foot pursuit in Columbus, involving a stolen vehicle and the recovery of firearms. They face robbery charges.

Five co-defendants in a fatal vigilantism case in Zanesville, Ohio, received sentencing for the wrongful death of a 21-year-old man mistaken for a criminal.

A lightning strike is suspected to have caused a fire at The Avenue at Polaris apartment complex, displacing 50 people. Three firefighters were hospitalized. Investigations on smoke alarm functionality are underway.

The article summarizes incidents in Fairfield County, including vandalism, harassment, vehicle fires, scams, accidents, theft, domestic disputes, and arrests from August 4 to August 10.

Lancaster Police identified Gary Franke, 81, as the deceased from a wooded area. John Scott and Holly McDaniel are charged in connection with his death.

The search intensifies for 13-year-old Sylis Delbrugge, missing since August 4 in Foley, Alabama, with the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office seeking public assistance.

Gahanna Police seek help finding missing Columbus resident, Jadyn Thigpen, last seen leaving work on August 10, 2025.

Christopher Santiago-Flores, 25, was fatally shot in the head in Columbus. Suspect Jayden Fernando Clemente Flores was arrested at the scene with a firearm. Motive and victim-suspect relationship are unknown. Police investigation continues.

Former executive director of the Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority, Jodi Rickard, was convicted of misappropriating over $2.8 million, now serving prison time.

Columbus Police seeks public help to identify a theft suspect who stole a purse from a car and used the stolen debit card for purchases. They urge anyone with information to contact them or Crime Stoppers.

Columbus Police have issued an alert for Jessi Mae Chapman, who left a hospital and remains missing. The public is urged to provide information.

A crash on I-270 in Columbus involving a semi and a van left one dead; earlier reports of two deaths were incorrect. The accident caused major traffic delays.

A notorious drug house on Columbus’ south side was shut down due to efforts by the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office and local law enforcement, after numerous complaints and the seizure of drugs and firearms.