Van Wert County Sheriff's Office

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This is the official page of the Van County Sheriff's Office (VWSO) in Van Wert, Ohio. This page was created to provide our citizens and users access to information about the Sheriff's Office. We encourage two way communication using social media. This page is monitored by the VWSO, but not on a 24/7 basis. Before posting on this page, please review these terms: A posting on this page constitutes acceptance of these terms. Do not use this page to report a crime or for any inquiry that requires an immediate response. To report a emergency, dial 911. If you post information related to a crime on this page, you may be placing yourself in the position of becoming a witness to a crime and subject yourself to subpoena. "Liking" between the Van Wert County Sheriff's Office and another page or Facebook content does not indicate endorsement of that user's actions or comments. Comments posted by others on VWSO's page(s) are not to be considered the opinion of the Sheriff's Office; nor does VWSO endorse any third-party comments on this page. VWSO reserves the right to remove and/or block anyone who posts inappropriate material as determined by VWSO. The Posting and Takedown Terms do not allow posting of photos or videos by anyone other than authorized members of the Sheriff's Office. VWSO welcomes a person's right to express his/her opinion and encourages posters to keep comments related to content on this page. An internet troll is someone who posts inflammatory extraneous, or off-topic messages in an online community, such as a forum, chat room, or blog, with the primary intent of provoking readers into an emotional response or of otherwise disrupting normal on-topic discussion. Any person engaged in "trolling" on this or any of the VWSO social media page will be banned immediately, and the comments removed. VWSO WILL REMOVE any comments that are inappropriate or offensive, including comments that: defame, abuse, harass, stalk, threaten or violate the legal rights of others, including racism, hatred, slander, threats, obscenity, threats of violence, vulgarity, spam or advertisements, comments that have personal information about another person or that violate a person's privacy including copyrighted material that belongs to another person, or comments that contain links to inappropriate websites clearly off topic.

09/11/2026
09/11/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Thursday, September 10, 2026

1105 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject with chest pain.

1442 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Mendon Road in York Township for a report of a suspicious person.

1547 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Mill Street in the Village of Middle Point to check the welfare of a resident.

1740 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 33 in Willshire Township for a report of a disabled vehicle on the roadway.

1746 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on East Jackson Street in the Village of Middle Point for a complaint of theft.

09/10/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

0030 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of suspicious activity.

0831 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a location on Van Wert Decatur Road in the City of Van Wert for a subject not feeling well.

1031 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on Towne Center Boulevard in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1109 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a location on Van Wert Decatur Road in the City of Van Wert for a subject who fell.

1254 hrs. – Deputies took a report of vehicle damage that had occurred on another day at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds.

1432 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on North Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1531 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Wren Landeck Road in Willshire Township to check an open line 911 call.

1634 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of West Main Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of two loose dogs.

1750 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Burt Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of loose dogs.

2004 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on North Cherry Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

2335 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of East Jackson Street in the Village of Middle Point to check an abandoned 911 call.

2339 hrs. – Deputies, along with the Convoy Fire Department, responded to a report of a truck fire on U.S. Route 30 in Tully Township.

09/09/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Tuesday, September 8, 2026

0009 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Elgin Converse Road in Jennings Township for a report of a suspicious vehicle.

1024 hrs. – Deputies took one into custody at Van Wert Common Pleas Court for a probation violation. Megan Renee Lane, age 22, of Van Wert, was transported to the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

1243 hrs. – Dispatched Spencerville EMS to a residence on Venedocia Eastern Road in Jennings Township for a subject having difficulty walking.

1350 hrs. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Beamer Street in the Village of Convoy for a complaint of fraud.

1430 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Ringwald Road in Ridge Township to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1504 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 127 in Liberty Township for a report of reckless driving.

1532 hrs. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Elizabeth Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject reported to be lethargic.

1542 hrs. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS and Van Wert EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject having a seizure.

1555 hrs. – Deputies served a warrant issued by Van Wert Municipal Court for failure to appear. Devvon Michael Hale, age 39, of Latty, was transported to the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

2052 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on Main Street in the Village of Venedocia for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer.

2123 hrs. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a residence on North Main Street in the Village of Middle Point for a medical alarm.

2217 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Burris Road in Liberty Township to check the welfare of a subject walking.

2312 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Banter Street in the Village of Ohio City for a report of a subject who was underage and disorderly. Arianna Nichole Johnson, age 20, of Ohio City, was charged with a Third-Degree Misdemeanor charge of Consuming Underage and a Fourth-Degree Misdemeanor charge of Disorderly Conduct. She was transported to the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

09/08/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Monday, September 7, 2026

0055 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Griswold Street in the Village of Middle Point for a report of a suspicious vehicle.

0136 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Bockey Road in Washington Township to check an abandoned 911 call.

0428 hrs. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject with stroke symptoms.

0752 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Converse Roselm Road in Washington Township for a report of damage to a guardrail.

1131 hrs. – Dispatched Scott Fire to a location on Water Street in the Village of Scott for an uncontrolled burn.

1247 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of South Chestnut Street in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police.

1248 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Allen Drive in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog.

1343 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a subject feeling lightheaded and dizzy.

1513 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Cherry Street in the Village of Convoy for a report of a domestic dispute.

1618 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a report of a loose dog.

1727 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of High Street in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police.

1803 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Sycamore Street in the Village of Convoy for a report of fraud.

1937 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Monmouth Road in Harrison Township for a complaint of juveniles being unsafe while target shooting.

2058 hrs. – Deputies, along with Spencerville Fire and EMS, responded to an area of State Route 117 in Jennings Township for a report of a motor vehicle crash. Further details are pending.

2212 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Hoaglin Center Road in Hoaglin Township for an automated message of a crash detection. No incident was located.

09/08/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Sunday, September 6, 2026

0957 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Wallace Road in Tully Township for a report of a stray dog.

1030 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Grant Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1331 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on South Wall Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1358 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of State Route 116 in Ridge Township for an automated crash notification. No incident was located.

1648 hrs. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township to assist a resident unable to get up.

1835 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 127 in Liberty Township for a report of reckless driving.

1843 hrs. – Deputies, along with Middle Point EMS, responded to a residence on Bellis Road in Washington Township for a report of an unresponsive male found in a pond. Bystanders pulled the subject from the pond and began lifesaving measures. The subject was transported to Ohio Health, where he was later pronounced deceased.

1933 hrs. – Dispatched Convoy Fire to an area of U.S. Route 30 in Tully Township for a report of a vehicle fire.

2003 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Emerson Road in Pleasant Township for a report of property that was in a ditch. Deputies found the property had been stolen from another location, then destroyed and dumped.

2305 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on Willshire Eastern Road in Willshire Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer.

09/08/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Saturday, September 5, 2026

0308 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on Fox Road in the City of Van Wert to assist the Van Wert Police.

0540 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 30 in Pleasant Township for a report of reckless driving.

0654 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Pleasant Township for a subject feeling faint.

0820 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of State Route 118 in Liberty Township for a motor vehicle crash involving a deer.

0936 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Middle Point Road in Ridge Township for a report of a motor vehicle that struck a large tree limb that was down in the roadway. No injuries were reported.

1225 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on John Brown Road in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1252 hrs. – Deputies served an Order to Arrest, issued by the State of Ohio Adult Parole Authority. Jessica Renee Sauders, age 35, of Van Wert, is being held at the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

1340 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a location on Van Wert Decatur Road in the City of Van Wert for a subject with a head injury.

1551 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Monmouth Road in Harrison Township for a report of an open door on an outbuilding.

1620 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on McConahay Road in Pleasant Township for a civil dispute.

1714 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a report of a suspicious person.

1726 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on West Ervin Road in the City of Van Wert for a motor vehicle crash on private property.

1744 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to a residence on East Raymond Street in the City of Van Wert for a subject with an injured foot.

2007 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Simpson Street in the Village of Willshire for a report of trespassing.

2151 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Converse Roselm Road in Washington Township for a report of trespassing.

2200 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a report of damage to a vehicle.

2325 hrs. - Deputies responded to a location on the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a report of damage to a vehicle.

2332 hrs. – Deputies, along with Convoy EMS, responded to a residence on Lincoln Highway in Tully Township after receiving a call from a subject who was possibly in distress.

09/08/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Friday, September 4, 2026

0144 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Blaine Street in the City of Van Wert for a stray dog.

0726 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of State Route 118 in the City of Van Wert for a complaint of loose dogs.

0733 hrs. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on West Tully Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject who fell.

0839 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of North State Street in the City of Delphos for a loose dog.

1018 hrs.- Deputies responded to a residence on State Route 116 in York Township to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1219 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of State Route 81 in Willshire Township to check an abandoned 911 call.

1323 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of North Washington Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a motor vehicle crash. Van Wert Police investigated the incident.

1450 hrs. – Deputies, along with Ohio City EMS, responded to a residence on Jones Hughes Road in York Township for a subject bitten by a loose dog.

1658 hrs. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a residence on West Carmean Street in the Village of Ohio City for a subject with chest pain.

1749 hrs. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for an intoxicated subject.

1914 hrs. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Spencerville Delphos Road in Washington Township.

2016 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of East Main Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog.

2133 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Dull Robinson Road in Liberty Township for a report of suspicious activity.

09/04/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Thursday, September 3, 2026

0225 hrs. – Dispatched Middle Point EMS to a location on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township for a subject not acting normally.

0402 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on South Washington Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of an assault that had occurred in Ridge Township.

0754 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of North Wall Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog.

0815 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of North Washington Street in the City of Van Wert to check the welfare of dogs inside a vehicle.

1023 hrs. – Dispatched Wren EMS to a residence on German Church Road in Harrison Township for a subject who fell.

1128 hrs. – Deputies, along with Middle Point EMS, responded to a report of an electric bicycle accident on Bellis Road in Washington Township. Two juveniles were both riding electric bicycles. One juvenile ran into the back of the other's bicycle. Middle Point EMS transported one juvenile to Ohio Health.

1138 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on Willshire Ohio City Road in Willshire Township to assist with an unruly juvenile.

1155 hrs. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Riley Street in the Village of Willshire regarding a complaint of fraud.

1253 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of South Harrison Street in the City of Van Wert for a report of two loose dogs.

1328 hrs. – Deputies served a warrant issued by the Van Wert County Common Pleas Court for a Fifth-Degree Felony charge of Harassment with Bodily Substance. Jeffery Lee Allen Kallas, age 26, of Van Wert, is being held at the Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

1436 hrs. – Deputies spoke with a resident from Glenmore Road in Willshire Township regarding a report of a scam.

1519 hrs. – Deputies responded to a report of a possible domestic dispute in a vehicle traveling on Lincoln Highway in Ridge Township. Deputies located the vehicle; everything was found to be okay with the occupants.

1625 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on West Hoffman Street in the Village of Ohio City for a complaint of theft.

1912 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Glenmore Road in Liberty Township for a report of a utility line down in the roadway.

1940 hrs. – Dispatched Van Wert EMS to the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a report of a subject who was unresponsive.

2111 hrs. – Dispatched Wren EMS to a residence on U.S. Route 224 in Harrison Township for a subject with chest discomfort and difficulty breathing.

2230 hrs. – Dispatched Ohio City EMS to a residence on Dustman Road in Pleasant Township for a subject not feeling well.

09/03/2026

DAILY ACTIVITY LOG

The information provided allows for a timely snapshot of events in our community. The crimes reported here are preliminary investigations conducted in the field by deputies and may or may not be assigned to a Detective for further investigation. The information provided may be found to be incorrect or false after further investigation. Certain details of these incidents have been removed due to potential follow-up investigations and/or privacy rights.

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

0042 hrs. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Snyder Road in Liberty Township.

0425 hrs. – Deputies responded to a commercial alarm on South Street in the Village of Middle Point.

0922 hrs. – Deputies responded to a residence on West Jefferson Street in the Village of Ohio City to assist a resident.

1112 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Towne Center Boulevard in the City of Van Wert to check the welfare of a dog left in a vehicle.

1336 hrs. - Deputies responded to a commercial alarm on South Street in the Village of Middle Point.

1407 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on East Central Avenue in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

1538 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 30 in Ridge Township for a report of reckless driving.

1610 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of Bell Avenue in the City of Van Wert for a report of a loose dog.

1846 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area of U.S. Route 30 in Pleasant Township for a report of reckless driving.

2043 hrs. – Deputies spoke with a resident at the Van Wert County Fairgrounds regarding a complaint of a protection order being violated.

2231 hrs. – Dispatched Convoy EMS to a residence on West Tully Street in the Village of Convoy for a subject who fell.

2315 hrs. – Deputies responded to a location on Glenn Street in the City of Van Wert to assist a motorist locked out of their vehicle.

2358 hrs. – Deputies responded to an area on the Van Wert County Fairgrounds for a report of suspicious activity around campers.

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Van Wert, OH
45891

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