Good morning, Ross County. The speedometer hit a staggering 105 mph during Monday's pre-dawn police chase, as wanted man Darian Detty led officers on a 17-mile pursuit that began with donuts behind a car wash and ended with him disappearing into the woods. The dangerous high-speed flight across county roads adds to Detty's growing list of charges, as he remains at large after abandoning his black Ford F-150 on W. Junction Road.
Meanwhile, the Ross County Fair is delivering its annual dose of small-town magic, with teenagers practicing horseback riding in golden sunsets, an Abraham Lincoln impersonator sharing presidential wisdom, and young fairgoers like four-year-old Azariah Brown feeding goats at the petting zoo. These quintessential summer moments unfolded while Chillicothe police tackled an impressive 16 incidents in a single day, ranging from vehicle pursuits to domestic violence calls, highlighting the department's round-the-clock vigilance.
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🚨 Wanted man hits 105 mph in wild 17-mile police chase. Darian Detty, already facing felonious assault charges, fled Chillicothe Police in a black Ford F-150 after being spotted doing donuts behind a car wash at 4 a.m. Monday. The dangerous pursuit spanned multiple roads across Ross County, with Detty weaving through traffic, blowing stop signs, and even temporarily losing control on a bridge. After abandoning his truck on W. Junction Road, he escaped into nearby woods and remains at large. Police are seeking additional charges for fleeing and failure to comply.
🚓 Chillicothe police tackle 16 incidents in single day across city. Officers responded to a variety of situations on August 4, including a vehicle pursuit, two missing person reports, and domestic violence. Multiple drivers were cited for license suspensions, with traffic stops on Water Street resulting in citations for Jessica Beeker and Lee Sullivan. The incidents also included criminal trespassing, distracted driving citations, and a potential protection order violation, all highlighting the department's busy 24-hour period.
🎡 Small-town magic comes alive at Ross County Fair. Fourteen-year-old Belle Holschuh practiced horseback riding in the golden sunset, preparing for an upcoming show. Fairgoers encountered Abraham Lincoln impersonator John Cooper sharing presidential history, while four-year-old Azariah Brown delighted in feeding goats at the petting zoo. Five-year-old Mason Kissinger attempted the challenging Crazy Ladder game, tumbling in his quest to ring the bell. The fair showcased the timeless charm of community gatherings with rides, games, animals, and cherished summer traditions.
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The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
-Psalm 23:1-3
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