Feb 5, 2021
MARTINS FERRY Police are investigating reports of shots fired at a home in the area of Hughes Avenue.
City Police Chief John McFarland said dispatch was notified of the incident around 2:30 a.m. Thursday and officers arrived on scene within one minute of receiving the calls.
McFarland said his officers did locate bullet holes in the exterior walls of 924 Hughes Ave. and spoke to the people inside. No one was injured.
Shell casings were located on the ground on West Jefferson Street. Police are collecting evidence and following up on information that was received. They believe this may have stemmed from an unreported altercation that occurred at the residence earlier in the night. Witnesses saw a man fleeing on foot after the shots were fired.
Jan 7, 2021
The vast majority of law enforcement officers across the nation, and here in our local region, set outstanding examples for the public to follow. Those dedicated individuals willingly put their lives on the line to shield others from danger. They work long hours in uncomfortable conditions to complete investigations. They face unpleasant circumstances and witness terrible tragedies while responding to calls for help. Then, in their spare time, they participate in fundraisers and toy drives and spend time speaking to civic groups and students. Unfortunately, as in any profession, there are a few bad apples among police ranks. And even very good, well-meaning officers can make mistakes.