Sunday, May 07, 2000
A.M. REPORT
Fenwick principal recovering from stab wound
MIDDLETOWN — The Rev. Charles “Chuck” Mentrup, 41, principal of Bishop Fenwick High School, was improving and was listed in “fair to good” condition Saturday, a day after he was stabbed in the abdomen, apparently in his home.
Police say they are following several leads but do not suspect any students were involved.
Officers were called to Father Mentrup's ranch home on Carol Lee Lane about 7:30 a.m. Friday by a friend whom the Roman Catholic priest had called for help. He was taken to Middletown Regional Hospital, where he underwent surgery for injuries.
His injuries are not life-threatening, police said.
Motorcyclist dies in 3-vehicle crash
STONELICK TOWNSHIP — Authorities on Saturday were investigating the death of motorcyclist James J. Schoen, 40, of Milford, who was involved in a three-vehicle crash in Clermont County on Friday night.
Mr. Schoen was traveling west on U.S. 50 in a group of four motorcycles about 9:15 p.m. Three of them passed a 1989 Ford Mustang in a passing zone.
But when Mr. Schoen tried to pass, he failed to see an eastbound 1991 Isuzu Trooper driven by David J. Harcourt, 31, of Batavia, said troopers of the Batavia Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
The head-on impact pushed Mr. Schoen's Harley-Davidson onto the Mustang, driven by Scott T. Cook, 31, of Goshen. His car slid off the left side of the road, east of Teen Challenge, a drug rehabilitation center in Stonelick Township, troopers said.
Mr. Schoen, who was not wearing a helmet, died at the scene. Mr. Harcourt was taken to Clermont Mercy Hospital, where he was in serious condition. Mr. Cook refused treatment at the scene, troopers said.
Man struck by truck while fleeing assault
Cincinnati police are investigating a traffic accident in Walnut Hills that left a 28-year-old man in serious condition early Saturday.
While fleeing from three unidentified males who had been assaulting him, the man ran south, across Lincoln Avenue, and was struck by an eastbound pickup, said Sgt. Rudy Gruenke of the traffic unit.
The incident occurred at 849 Lincoln Ave. about 2:30 a.m.
The driver stopped after striking the man, then left as the attackers arrived. The victim, whose name was not immediately released, was taken to University Hospital.
The vehicle that struck him was described as a dark construction pickup with a tool chest and rack with one ladder. The driver was an older white man with long white hair.
The traffic unit is investigating the crash; District 4 police are investigating the assault. Anyone with information should call traffic police at 352-2514.
Anti-drug group honors supporters
The anti-drug group FACT holds a rally Wednesday on Fountain Square to honor its supporters.
FACT (Fighting Against Crack Trafficking) will present an award to Hamilton County Prosecutor Mike Allen for his help in providing anti-drug speakers for schools.
FACT attempts to intimidate drug dealers by marching and demonstrating in targeted neighborhoods.
The group is also honoring police officers who fight against drugs. Nomination forms are available at any neighborhood recreation center. The rally begins at 11:30 a.m. on the square.
Seminar to discuss career planning skills
The Union Institute will present “Moving on Up,” a free career planning and development seminar designed for adults who want to enhance their job skills and opportunities. Attendees will learn to research career and job opportunities and write resumes.
The seminar will be 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday at 440 E. McMillan St., Avondale.
To register or for information, call 861-6400, or register online at www.tui.edu.
Boyfriend accused of evidence tampering
ATHENS, Ohio — The live-in boyfriend of a woman whose body was found on a roadside in Athens County is accused of tampering with evidence in connection with her death.
Linda Freeman's body was found Thursday under a couch and other trash in an illegal dumping area, Sheriff David Redecker said Saturday.
Her boyfriend, Mark Smith, of Trimble Township, has been charged with tampering with evidence, Sheriff Redecker said. No other charges have been filed.
Ms. Freeman, 44, of Glouster, apparently was killed at her home by a gunshot to the head, Sheriff Redecker said. Her body then was dumped at the site, he said.
Mr. Smith was released on bond while sheriff's deputies continue their investigation.
Man says he didn't shoot three workers
FREMONT, Ohio — A man pleaded not guilty Saturday to killing two carryout workers and shooting a bar employee, officials said.
John Robinson, 22, of Sandusky, entered his plea in Sandusky County Common Pleas Court. He faces 13 charges, including aggravated murder counts that could bring the death penalty.
Police say Mr. Robinson first shot Crystal Pierson in the back of head at the Two Z's Drive-Thru outside Oak Harbor during a robbery April 21. The body of Denise Clink, owner of Gene's Carryout, then was found April 24 at her store in Clyde.
About a half-hour earlier, Mr. Robinson forced a Fremont bartender to fill a bag with money and then shot him in the face, police said.
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