At approximately 01:29hrs on Tuesday, 6/12/07, officer were summoned to 1013 Clovernoll Ct. for a reported shooting.  Officers found that at least three shots were fired into a residence from the street with a shotgun.  A front window and door were damaged from the shooting.  There were four individuals home at the time and an 11 year old male, who was awake in the living room, received a minor scrape on his cheek from flying glass.  Medics were summoned; however he was not treated for the injury.  No other injuries were reported.  There were three other people in the home at the time, including two adult females and another juvenile female.  Witnesses reported seeing a silver or light colored vehicle leaving the area.  The incident remains under investigation by Marysville Police.

The Marysville Division of Police recently obtained a motorcycle to add to its fleet of patrol vehicles.  Recently purchased from Marysville Honda Motorsports for approximately $10,000 was a new 2005 model VTX1800N.  The motorcycle was purchased with accessories and necessary emergency equipment being obtained from various aftermarket suppliers.  The motorcycle was adapted for police work through the efforts of Officer Craig Nicol, Sergeant Ron Nicol and City mechanic Mick McCoy; who collectively added the necessary equipment and completed all additional wiring for the emergency set-up.  The motorcycle was painted by Bob Chapman Ford to match the other division vehicles and the graphics were purchased through Associated Graphics in Plain City.

The division expects the motorcycle to be used for parades, special events, and for traffic control and enforcement activities.  Chief Floyd Golden states, "We plan to utilize the motorcycle to patrol City parks and effectively enforce speed limits in our neighborhoods."  With the ability of the unit to blend into surroundings, problem areas will be targeted for enforcement in an effort to promote compliance with local speed limits to ensure the safety of our residents.

Specific training for operation of the motorcycle has been scheduled and will be completed by officers as it becomes available.  Several officers within the division hold motorcycle endorsements and will be authorized to use the motorcycle.

Chief Golden further commented that the division is proud to be able to display and utilize a vehicle that was produced locally, by members of the community.

The Marysville Police in conjunction with the Ohio Investigative Unit made several arrests as a result of an ongoing investigation into illegal activity occurring at Lee Dog's Lockerroom on Friday, April 27, 2007.  At approximately 10:30pm officers from the police division and agents from the OIU served felony warrants on the owner of the establishment and other employees for drug trafficking related violations.  Those arrested included, Lee Alderson, 37, 18205 Harmon Patrick Road, Richwood, Ohio, for trafficking in drugs, a fourth degree felony; Sheila L. Wyatt, 36, 21302 Peoria Loop Road, Raymond, Ohio, for trafficking in cocaine, a second degree felony; Dennis G. Smith, 33, 321 W. 3rd Street, for trafficking in cocaine, a second degree felony.  Charges are also pending against Ricia Cain, also known as Ricia Marrs, 32, 569 E. 10th Street, #141, trafficking in cocaine, a fourth degree felony.  Cain was arrested on Saturday morning in Marion on local charges there.  Those arrested were held for bond and taken to the tri-county jail.  The cases are expected to be referred to the Union County grand jury in the near future.

The Ohio Investigative Unit also served the owner of the liquor establishment with several civil permit violations that will be filed with the Ohio Liquor Commission.

The establishment was temporarily closed while agents conducted a permit inspection of the premises and the employees were arrested.  The investigation spanned several months and was made possible with the cooperation of the Ohio Investigative Unit working closely with Marysville Police Investigators.  The investigation will be continuing with additional charges expected to be filed.

Marysville Police investigators are seeking the identity of the above pictured female wanted in connection with thefts on March 19, 2007.  The female reportedly stole items from a wallet at a business and also obtained prescription medication by fraudulent acts.  The female is described as white, approximately 5' 9", medium build, brown hair, and thought to be in her late twenties or early thirties.

Anyone with information on the suspect's possible identity may call the Marysville Police at (937) 642-3900 or leave an anonymous tip at (937) 642-1082.

An investigation of several daytime residential burglaries in recent months throughout the City resulted in developing a suspect.  On 3/5/07 at approximately 10:00am Joshua Wolford, 1271 Woodline Dr., was apprehended on Van Kirk Dr. after he was observed running from behind Grove St. residences.  He was apprehended by a police investigator who was in the area on surveillance of the suspect.  The suspect did not break into a residence, but was admittedly looking to enter a residence in the 700 block of Grove St. when he ran.  Wolford was arrested and after further investigation was held on one count of burglary a 3rd degree felony for a burglary committed on February 20, 2007.  Additional charges are expected to be sought through grand jury procedures for at least eight burglaries, including two that occurred in Union County.  Items related to recent burglaries including two handguns stolen from a Carmel Dr. residence were recovered from Wolford's residence.  The Union Co. Sheriff's Office Investigations Section assisted in the investigation as well.

At approximately 7:00pm on Wednesday, December 27, 2006 officers were summoned to a fatal crash on US 33 westbound between the SR 4 and US 36 exits.  Rodney Spradlin, 68, of Marysville was struck as he crossed the highway on foot with his wife.  The couple were walking as their vehicle had become disabled while traveling eastbound on the freeway.  Spradlin was killed instantly by a westbound vehicle operated by Martin Moran, 46, of Columbus.  Moran was driving a 1998 Honda minivan that sustained moderate damage.  Spradlin's wife was not injured.  No charges are expected to be filed in the case.  Westbound US 33 was closed for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes and then restricted to one lane for another 30 minutes.  The incident remains under investigation by Marysville Police and the Union County Coroner.  Troopers from the Marysville Post of the Ohio State Patrol also assisted at the scene.

At approximately 10:59pm on Thursday 11/23/06 officers were summoned to 220 Greenwood Blvd, Bldg #1, in the City of Marysville for a reported shooting.  Upon arrival officers located a male victim outside of the building as well as the suspect.  The suspect was immediately apprehended by the officers on the scene.  It was determined that the suspect shot the victim in the chest with a small caliber handgun after an argument over presently unknown issues.  The two individuals were neighbors and were acquainted, living across the hall from each other.  The victim was transported to Union County Memorial Hospital by Marysville Fire medics where he was pronounced deceased at 11:22hrs.  The suspect was identified as Robert T. Conley, 46, of 220 Greenwood Blvd Apt. 1D.  The victim is Charles E. Frazell, 53, of 220 Greenwood Blvd Apt. 1A.

Conley is presently being held in the Tri-County jail under a one-million dollar bond, with a preliminary hearing set for November 30th in Marysville Municipal Court.  Marysville Police continue to investigate the incident along with the Union County Coroner's and Prosecuting Attorney's Offices.

On 9/10/06 between 0200-0530hrs, on Residence Drive, two homes were entered by unknown suspect(s) by cutting screens to unsecured windows or unlocked doors.  The homes were occupied and cash was removed from nearby purses or wallets.  Several homes in the area had screens cut to check the inside door; once the door was found secured, no further entry was made.  Six attempted burglary reports were taken in the area where damage was reported to screens.  This area is in the Green Pastures subdivision on Damascus Road and is comprised of condominiums.

Another similar burglary was reported to a residence on S. Oak Street where a wallet was taken after suspect(s) entered through a screened window.  The wallet was recovered in a neighboring yard.

Residents are encouraged to lock windows and doors and to immediately report any suspicious activity to the police.

On 8/30/06 at the Marysville Super Walmart, the below suspects stole merchandise from the business.  It appears they were driving a white older Chevy Blazer.  Anyone recognizing the individuals in the photos below or having other information related to this crime is encouraged to call the Tip Line at (937) 645-1082.