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4 days ago
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New West Chester Twp. Splash Park closing due to 'operational issues,' reported injuries
After making its debut earlier this summer, the West Chester Township Splash Park at Beckett Park will be closed until further notice, according to a Facebook post. The announcement cites multiple reports of safety concerns and injuries from residents, as well as maintenance and operational issues as the cause of the closure for the West Chester park. The Facebook post stated that West Chester has worked closely with the manufacturer of the park's equipment to address concerns about safety "from the beginning". Although the manufacturer assured the township that its equipment is safe, the park will still be closed indefinitely. West Chester spokesperson Brianna Wooten did not share information on the incidents that led to this decision. The park just opened for the first time at the end of May and is advertised on the township's website to be the largest free splash pad in Ohio. Much like a regular playground, there are no staff supervising the splash park, according to Wooten. She added that it has always been a "use at your own risk park," with "clearly posted safety rules." West Chester Township last had a closure on June 27 when it closed a section of the park for nearly a week after getting calls of concern about the park's tube slide, according to another Facebook post by West Chester Township. Besides the partial closure, the park had only been fully closed for 24 hours, according to Wooten. The splash park was supposed to be open until Labor Day on Sept. 1, 2025. It is unclear whether the park will reopen before the end of the season. Wooten said she is unable to share a timeline of when the park may reopen. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: West Chester Township Splash Park closes until further notice Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
15-04-2025
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Teen facing charges after Flock hit, West Chester pursuit
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A teen was taken into custody after an early-morning police presence in a West Chester Township neighborhood. According to Brianna Wooten, director of public information and engagement for West Chester, a 13-year-old is charged in relation to the case with obstruction official business and receiving stolen property. A Flock alert occurred April 15 around 2:40 a.m. on a blue 2019 Hyundai Elantra, according to Wooten. Police confirmed the license plate for the vehicle was reportedly stolen. County prosecutor warns of 'card decline' scam The vehicle was reportedly located by officials close to IKEA on Muhlhauser Road. The vehicle continued until reaching the 7300 block of Lake Shore Drive, where three occupants allegedly fled on-foot. Around 6:30 a.m., Wooten said the search to find the suspect had ended with no results. Close to a half-hour later, one person was taken into custody, and described as the 'person of interest.' No additional information was provided. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
