Bath Police Department Ohio

09/11/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
BATH TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT:
September 11, 2026 — The Bath Township Police Department announces the ex*****on of a search warrant at a residential property on St. Vincent Drive, culminating in a successful multi-agency operation targeting illegal narcotics activity.
The operation was the result of a coordinated, collaborative effort between detectives from the Bath Township Police Department, the Summit County Drug Unit, the U.S. Marshal’s Office and the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. Following a detailed investigation into ongoing illicit activity at the location, law enforcement officers executed the search warrant this afternoon.

During the ex*****on of the warrant, one adult male was taken into custody without incident. At this time, charges are pending as investigators process evidence recovered from the scene.
This operation highlights the strength of our partnership with regional task forces like the Summit County Drug Unit, the U.S. Marshal’s Office and the Summit County Sheriff’s Office. By combining our resources, we are better equipped to disrupt illegal activity and ensure the continued safety of our community.

Media Contact:
Bath Township Police
Vito F. Sinopoli, Chief of Police
Phone: (330) 666-3736
Email: [email protected]
Website:

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09/11/2026

08/28/2026

On August 28, 2026, at approximately 8:00 AM, Bath Township PD officers were alerted by our Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) network of a stolen vehicle entering the area.
Officers quickly located the vehicle on Ira Road. The suspect immediately fled the scene on foot, heading northbound. Following a coordinated search, officers successfully located and apprehended the suspect inside a nearby residential neighborhood. The arrest was made safely and without further incident.
We want to thank our community members for their vigilance and cooperation during the brief search. This is another great example of how advanced technology and swift police teamwork keep our neighborhoods safe!

08/26/2026

Kenmore Construction Co., Inc. plans to implement a new traffic pattern throughout the Bath Township construction area beginning on Monday night, August 31st (northbound), as well as Tuesday night, September 1st (southbound).
The new pattern will place traffic in the final 3-lane configuration with the exception that the inside lanes of both I-77 NB & SB will be CLOSED (2-active lanes in each direction maintained). There will also be significant nightly lane closures for surface course asphalt placement beginning sometime after Labor Day.

08/21/2026

Beginning Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Barbicas Construction Co. will perform milling, pavement repairs, and resurfacing along Cleveland-Massillon Road from SR 18 to Springside Drive. Construction is anticipated to continue for approximately one week, weather permitting. Traffic will be maintained throughout construction; however, motorists should expect lane closures and possible delays. No detour will be required.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution when traveling through the work zone, allow additional travel time, and follow all traffic-control devices. Construction schedules are weather dependent and may change as work progresses.

Bath Township was awarded a federal LPA grant to install sidewalks in the Montrose area. The final phase will extend on the north side of Springside extending from CMR to SR 18. Karvo Paving will be coordinating the project that will begin on Sept. 8, 2026, and is expected to be completed by October 28, 2026. During construction, the contractor expects to close the southbound Springside travel lane and utilize the center turn lane for southbound traffic.

08/20/2026

Ohio Traffic Safety Office's Stop Means Stop campaign reinforces one of Ohio’s most critical traffic safety laws; drivers must stop for school buses when they are picking up or dropping off students. This public awareness initiative was launched in 2024, following a recommendation from Governor Mike DeWine’s School Bus Safety Working Group. Under this initiative, OTSO provides schools, law enforcement agencies, and community partners with posters, fact sheets, rack cards, social media materials, and an educational video to help strengthen safety messaging statewide.

Data from the Ohio State Highway Patrol shows the need for continued awareness:
- In 2025, the Highway Patrol issued 879 citations to drivers for illegally passing a stopped school bus – a 6% decline from 2024.
- There have been 6,414 traffic crashes involving school buses on Ohio’s roadways since 2021, six of which were fatal. Those six fatal crashes resulted in the deaths of six individuals, with one being a school-aged student.
- In 2025, there were 17 fatal and serious-injury crashes involving a school bus – up from 14 the year before.
- 85% of fatal and serious-injury crashes involving school buses are caused by other drivers.

As buses return to neighborhoods, OTSO reminds all drivers to:
- Slow down in school zones.
- Never drive distracted and watch for children approaching or leaving bus stops.
- Stop Means Stop when a school bus activates its red lights and stop arm. This applies to all vehicles traveling in both directions on two-lane roads and roads with a center turning lane.
- Educational resources and the full Stop Means Stop campaign toolkit for communities are available on OTSO’s website here:
https://otso.ohio.gov/resources/school-bus-safety

08/10/2026

UPDATE 8/10/26 @ 1:37p: TOWNSHIP PHONES ARE BACK ONLINE AND OPERATING NORMAL
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Bath Township's phone system is currently down.

*If you need immediate emergency assistance, call 9-1-1.
*For other urgent matters, you may contact our dispatch center by calling 330-612-3669.
*For all other business, we appreciate your patience as we continue to troubleshoot the issue - please try your call again later.

08/05/2026

UPDATE 8/5/2026: The suspect involved with this incident was apprehended.