(From the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office)

On Sunday, November 16th, 2025, at approximately 3:32 PM, Deputies from the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two-vehicle crash in the 15000 block of SR 568 in Marion Township.

The crash involved a grey 2019 Honda Civic (operated by Jeremy Perez Ortega, 20 YOA of Kermit, TX) and a black 1999 Ford F-250 (operated by Forry Fredritz, 33 YOA of Carey, OH) Preliminary investigation indicates the driver of the Honda Civic was pulled off of the south side of SR 568, facing eastbound, in a gravel lot. The driver of the Honda Civic attempted to make a U-Turn to head west on SR 568, when his vehicle was struck on the driver’s side by the Ford F-250 heading eastbound.

Jeremy Perez Ortega was transported from the scene by Life Flight to St Vincent Hospital with suspected life-threatening injuries. Jeremy’s back seat passenger (Griselda Ortega Hernandez 49 YOA of Kermit, TX) was transported from the scene by Life Flight to St Vincent Hospital with suspected serious injuries. Jeremy’s front seat passenger (Malaguias Perez Bautista 64 YOA of Edinburg, TX) was initially transported to Blanchard Valley Hospital, then later transported to St Vincent Hospital by Hanco EMS with suspected serious injuries. Forry Fredritz was released from the scene with possible minor injuries.

Assisting on scene were Hanco EMS, Vanlue Fire Department, Mercy Health Life Flight and Dick’s Towing.

The crash remains under investigation by the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.

(From Fostoria Police Chief Gabe Wedge)

On 11/14/2025 at approximately 1657 hrs, the Fostoria Police Department responded to a disturbance at 203 Independence Ave. Upon officers’ arrival, they found a male subject who had been stabbed several times in the neck and hands, and a second male subject, standing nearby holding a knife. Officers secured the subject with the knife and immediately rendered aid to the wounded subject.

Fostoria Fire/ EMS were called to the scene where they rendered additional aid and transported the wounded subject to Fostoria ProMedica Hospital. He was later airlifted to Toledo Hospital due to the severity of his injuries. At last report, he was listed in stable condition.

The subject found with the knife, was identified as Stephen Biggs, 49 YOA from Fostoria. Mr Biggs was arrested and charged with Felonious Assault. He is currently being held in the Hancock County Jail without bail.

The investigation is currently ongoing, and additional charges are pending the outcome. The Ohio BCI Crime Scene Unit was requested to the location of the stabbing, to assist with processing the scene and collecting evidence.

Nothing further at this time.

Gabriel M. Wedge

Chief of Police

Fostoria Police Department

(From the Ohio State Highway Patrol)

The Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single-engine plane fatal crash that occurred around 5:08 p.m. on November 14, 2025 near County Road Y and Township Road 14a in Henry County.

The preliminary investigation revealed that a 2013 Jabiru J230-SP was in routine flight when the plane lost altitude and crashed into a plowed field.

The two occupants, Roger Henricks, 85, Napoleon, and Terry Henricks, 82, Archbold, were pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Henry County Emergency Medical Services, Henry County Fire and Rescue, Henry County Coroner’s Office, and the Ohio Department of Transportation. The crash remains under investigation.

UPDATE: The Findlay Police Department said Breanna Gonzales died from the gunshot wound.

The Findlay Police Department says a woman suffered life-threatening injuries in a reported accidental shooting.

The police department says officers responded to an address in the 1600 block of Queenswood Drive a little after 2 p.m. on Friday to investigate a report of an accidental discharge of a weapon.

Officers say they located Breanna Gonzales, 31, and Sierra Eady, 35, both of Findlay, inside the residence.

Police say Gonzales had a gunshot wound to the head.

She was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said.

The investigation is ongoing.

(From the City of Findlay)

The City of Findlay will be picking up leaves from November 17, 2025, through December 5, 2025. City employees will collect leaves that have been placed in biodegradable PAPER bags at the curb. Plastic bags and loose leaves will not be picked up. Bagged leaves are to be placed by the curb.

Limbs that are placed beside the bagged leaves will also be picked up. The limbs will be picked up at a separate time from the leaves.

Crews will start picking up leaves on November 17, 2025. Crews will make several rounds throughout the whole City through December 5, 2025. There is no specific schedule by location.

Biodegradable bags are readily available at local hardware, building supply, and some grocery stores.

Raking leaves into the street has many negative aspects. Leaf piles in the street can be a dangerous temptation to children who like to play in the piles and in many areas reduce the traffic to one lane or cause drivers to drive around the piles into oncoming traffic. Piled leaves tend to wash into and clog storm sewers, causing maintenance issues and potential localized flooding during storm events. Residents who blow or rake leaves onto City streets are in violation of long-standing City Codified Ordinance 311.01(d). Complaints should be forwarded to the Police Department.

City residents may continue to drop leaves at the green waste site located at 330 North Cory Street at no charge.

Beginning November 4, 2025, hours for the site will be Tuesday through Friday 1pm-6pm and Saturday 8am-1pm, closed Sunday and Monday. Beginning November 15, 2025, Saturday hours will be 8am-4pm.

Holiday hours for the green waste site:

Closed: Thanksgiving Day – November 27, 2025

Open: November 28, 2025, and November 29, 2025.

The last day for the green waste site will be December 6, 2025.

The green waste site is intended for residential use only. No contractors are permitted to use this site. Only tree trimmings, brush, leaves, and grass clippings can be dumped in designated areas at the site.

The Findlay Trojans football team finished the season with a record of 6-5, losing their first-round playoff game to Huber Heights Wayne.

John Marshall, on his Coaches Corner show, spoke with Head Coach Stefan Adams about how the season went, pointing out that seven points was the difference between a 6-5 record and going 9-2.

Coach Adams said his players fought every snap all season long and thanks the fans for their support.

Get more of John’s interview with Coach Adams below, which WFIN’s Chris Oaks played back on his show.

The Salvation Army Findlay Corps is seeking bell ringers for its annual Red Kettle Campaign.

Majors Michael and Diana Morales were on with WFIN’s Chris Oaks to discuss how to volunteer to ring a bell and how the money raised helps the community.

As Major Morales mentioned in the audio above, their Red Kettle Campaign brought in an all-time record of more than $100,000, and they’re hoping to reach or surpass that number this year.

Money raised from the campaign goes to cover the cost of food and toys for those looking for assistance and also helps them maintain other programs throughout the year, such as the soup kitchen, food pantry, and youth and music programs.  

You can sign up to ring a bell at registertoring.com.

(From the Hardin County Sheriff’s Office)

Our office received word of a scam by mail yesterday. The mailing is titled “OHIO UCC STATEMENT REQUEST FORM” and when the number on the document is called, it goes to an automated system. The return mailing address is legitimate, but is a UPS store location.

These scammers will likely have valid loan information for the potential victim, but they are attempting to get the victim to ‘pay’ on the loan that they are likely paying to the actual lein holder.

Please be aware of these scams. Check on your family and friends as well and make sure they are aware of these scams.

Luckily, the potential victim called the Sheriff’s Office and we were able to identify this as a scam before any money was exchanged.

(From Blanchard Valley Health System)

Honoring loved ones during the holiday season

The holidays can be a difficult time of year for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Bridge Bereavement Services, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System, invites you and your family to join us in creating a live evergreen wreath to honor and remember those who hold a special place in your heart.

-November 19 & 20, 2025

-Old Millstream Centre at Hancock County Fairgrounds, 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay, OH

-Registration is required. Please call 419.425.3257 or email bridge@bvhealthsystem.org by November 12, 2025.

To learn more, please visit bvhs.info/holdiaymemorialwreaths.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding motorists of the increase in deer-involved crashes during this time of the year.

Hancock County is one of the counties with the most deer-related crashes.

The Highway Patrol says some simple tips to avoid an animal collision are: scan the road ahead, use high-beam headlights when possible, be extra cautious at dawn and dusk, and if a collision is unavoidable, brake firmly and stay in your lane – don’t swerve, as swerving could cause an even worse crash.

“Practicing safe driving habits and staying fully focused on the road increases your chances of spotting deer before it’s too late,” said Colonel Charles A. Jones, Patrol superintendent.

“If you do strike a deer, prioritize your safety by moving to a secure location if possible, turning on your hazard lights and reporting the incident.”