MIAMI TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old Whitewater Township man has been arrested on multiple charges after police say he fled the scene of a fatal accident Sunday.

        Daniel Del-Angel, of the 7000 block of Ohio 128, lost control of a 1991 Isuzu Rodeo on a steep grade on Buffalo Ridge Road in Miami Township about 6:30 p.m., Hamilton County sheriff's deputies said.

        The SUV struck a tree and rolled onto its side, trapping Pedro Aleman, inside.

        Mr. Aleman, 21, of the 8000 block of West Mill Street in Miamitown, died shortly after, deputies said.

        Two rear-seat passengers also were injured.

        Mr. Del-Angel fled the scene on foot into a wooded area, and was arrested about an hour later, deputies said.

        Mr. Del-Angel was charged with aggravated vehicular homicide, two counts of attempted aggravated vehicular homicide and leaving the scene of a fatal injury accident.
       

Metro holds meetings about fare increases

               Metro will hold a public meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. July 19 to receive comments on a proposed fare increase for its long-distance routes.

        The meeting is scheduled at the Cincinnati Convention Center, west rooms, 300 W. Sixth St.

        Metro is proposing the increased fares because of rising fuel costs.

        For information: Sallie Hilvers, Metro director of public affairs, 632-7573.
       

Researchers find new use for old drug

               Ohio State University researchers are testing a new way to use an old drug to fight lung cancer.

        Dr. Miguel Villanona, an OSU researcher, reported early results from using low doses of a drug called suramin to augment the effects of two chemotherapy drugs, paclitaxel and carboplatin. Suramin was tried as a cancer drug years ago, but was discontinued because it caused frequent toxic side effects.

        OSU researchers gave low doses of suramin to 15 patients with small-cell lung cancer in combination with chemotherapy. All tolerated the drug with minimal side effects. Six patients demonstrated some improved response to the chemotherapy.
       

Detective awarded for investigation

               HARRISON — Harrison Police Detective Tim Snyder has been recognized by the U.S. Postal Inspector's Office for his contributions in a federal Internet and mail fraud investigation that included about 50 victims from throughout the country.

        The investigation resulted in two arrests and convictions, Harrison Police Chief Charles Lindsey said.

        Detective Snyder, a nine-year member of the police department, received a plaque from Postal Inspector Mike Egner during ceremonies at the Harrison Police Department.

Mt. St. Joe offers options for adults

               DELHI TOWNSHIP — The College of Mount St. Joseph will hold an open house 6-8:30 p.m. July 18 for adults interested in returning to college. Open to undergraduate and graduate students, it will be in the Seton Center.

        The college is at Delhi and Neeb roads in Delhi Township. Free parking is available as well as on-site child care during the day.

        For information, contact Peg Schmidt or Andrew Jones, 244-4723.
       

Rock hits windshield, injuring driver

               SPRINGFIELD, Ohio — A cannonball-sized rock, apparently thrown from an overpass, smashed through the windshield of a car traveling on Interstate 70 early Monday, seriously injuring the driver.

        The Rev. Johannes Christian, 50, of Columbus, was listed in serious condition at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

        “I do not believe one person did this alone,” said Clark County Sheriff Gene Kelly, calling it “a random act of violence.”

        The sheriff said the rock crashed through the windshield, striking the Rev. Mr. Christian in the head and awakening his 16-year-old foster son.

        The sheriff said the boy managed to steer the car safely to the shoulder of the road and call for help on a cell phone.
       

Ex-police chief pleads guilty to charges

               CLEVELAND — A man pleaded guilty Monday to aiding illegal gambling in the northeast Ohio community of Alliance where he used to be the police chief.

        James R. Black pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to aiding an illegal gambling operation that stemmed from an investigation of a bookmaker serving a prison sentence for gambling and money laundering. Prosecutors were ready to link Mr. Black to the bookmaker.

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