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Indianapolis Star
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
Carmel firefighter shows off his piano skills after false alarm at senior living facility
Earlier this week, the Carmel Fire Department responded to a call at a senior living facility. They determined it was just an alarm issue with no threat to any of the residents. Crews were standing by, waiting for building maintenance to arrive, when one firefighter decided to take a seat at the piano and play a tune. Part of the moment was caught on video and shared to their Facebook page. The video has now received 13,000 likes and over 950,000 views. The firefighter in the video is Micah Abbott, the Carmel Fire Department confirmed. "Firefighter Micah Abbott has proudly served with the Carmel Fire Department for nearly 6 years. Prior to joining the department, he worked as a deputy with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office," Tim Griffin, public information officer for the Carmel Fire Department said. "After the department had responded to an alarm at a nursing home/assisted living facility, Micah noticed the piano and decided to sit down and play a tune," Griffin said in an email to IndyStar. "As seen at the end of the clip, he realizes he's being filmed and laughs, saying, 'Oh boy.' It was a spontaneous and lighthearted moment that perfectly captures his fun-loving personality." Abbott began taking piano lessons at age 8 and continued through age 15. 'While I've lost much of the technical skill I developed in my youth, I still remember enough to play a handful of classical and contemporary pieces from memory," Abbott said. "I enjoy playing at home for my wife and kids, who are currently taking lessons themselves.' He has been married to his wife, Lauren, for 14 years, and they have two children—Lucas and Arianna. Playing the piano is not Abbott's only talent. He is also the Carmel Fire Department's reigning four-time chili cook-off champion. Others are reading: Hamilton County parks stock-piles land as availability rapidly shrinks. Here's where "Unfortunately, we only caught the tail end of this magical little moment, but you know we had to share it," the Carmel Fire Department wrote on Facebook. "It's these small, human moments that remind us, behind the badge, we're all just people, here to serve and connect with our community."
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Honduran man arrested for stealing from Kroger to serve time for being in US illegally
A Honduran national who had been arrested for stealing thousands of dollars in products from Cincinnati-area Kroger stores was sentenced to 10 months in prison for illegally reentering the country. Jorge Alberto Marroquin Membrano, who also went by aliases of Oscar Castro and Jonathan Morrell, was sentenced in federal court in Cincinnati on May 13. U.S. District Judge Matthew McFarland handed down the sentence. Membrano had pleaded guilty in December 2024. Membrano was living in West Price Hill before he was arrested under one of his aliases in August 2024 on numerous theft charges. Authorities said Membrano stole over $2,300 in products from Kroger grocery stores in Delhi and Harrison, according to court documents. In several of the cases, police said Membrano stole steaks, laundry and cleaning products by pushing a shopping cart, sometimes more than one, out of the store without paying. After a Hamilton County Sheriff's Office investigation led deputies to discover Membrano's true identity and address, he was taken into custody. Membrano was booked at the Hamilton County Justice Center and his fingerprints were taken and shared with the FBI, who alerted Immigration and Customs Enforcement, court documents say. ICE records referenced in court documents show Membrano has been deported from the United States at least six times, first in 2006 and most recently in 2019, mostly in the southern United States. Membrano's attorney said in court documents he left Honduras and came to the United States in 1993 on a visa to see his mother, who lives in Ohio. His siblings and two children, 13 and 20 years old, also live in the area, which has led him to continue to return to the country. Membrano, 47, has been previously convicted of reentering the country three times, officials said in court documents. After Membano serves his 10 months in prison, federal officials said "it is almost certain" he will be deported again. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Court: Honduran man stole thousands from Kroger while in US illegally
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Yahoo
When police lose support, we lose morale and good people like Larry Henderson
The tragic death of Hamilton County Sheriff's Deputy Larry Henderson is a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by our law enforcement officers every day. I had the honor of working alongside Larry for 33 years. He wasn't just a colleague − he was a dedicated public servant who showed up for this community daily. His loss cuts deep, not just for those of us who knew him, but for every citizen who has benefited from the service of officers like him. The reality of modern policing is this: Our officers are expected to make life-or-death decisions in fractions of a second, all while wearing a target on their backs − not just from violent offenders, but too often from public opinion and unfair scrutiny. That scrutiny is necessary in a free society, but must be fair and informed. Increasingly, it is neither. More: Remembering Hamilton County Deputy Larry Henderson and his 4 decades of public service More: Cincinnati honors Hamilton County Deputy Larry Henderson who was killed last week This environment has created a chilling effect on law enforcement. Officers are hesitating. Potential recruits are walking away. Departments across the country, including ours, are struggling to fill vacancies. That decline didn't start yesterday − it began in earnest after the events surrounding George Floyd's death and has only we lose public support, we don't just lose morale − we lose good people. The kind of people like Larry Henderson. And when that happens, our communities are less safe. More: Who are the Hintons? What we know about man charged with killing a Hamilton County deputy We must change the narrative. We must allow officers the space to do their jobs while holding them accountable with fairness, not with hostility. We need to stop pretending every use of force is misconduct and stop vilifying those who've sworn to protect us. If we don't support law enforcement now, the profession will continue to erode − and with it, the safety and stability of our entire community. Jay Gramke is a former chief deputy of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office and lives in Whitewater Township. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Police, law enforcement will falter without public support | Opinion
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Why are flags at half-staff today? How long will they be lowered? What to know
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered that U.S. and Ohio flags on all public buildings and grounds throughout Hamilton County will be flown at half-staff to honor the life and service of Hamilton County Sheriff's Deputy Larry Henderson. Henderson, a special deputy who retired in December after working 33 years with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, was working a traffic detail on May 2 during a commencement ceremony at the University of Cincinnati when he was fatally struck and killed. The father of an 18-year-old shot and killed by a Cincinnati police officer investigating a report of a stolen vehicle has been charged in the crash that killed Henderson. According to a press release from the governor's office, on Monday, May 5, DeWine ordered that U.S. and Ohio flags be flown at half-staff on all public buildings and grounds throughout Hamilton County, the Ohio Statehouse, the Vern Riffe Center, and the Rhodes State Office Tower. Flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of Henderson's funeral on Friday, May 9. All other public buildings and grounds throughout the state may fly flags at half-staff at their discretion during this time. Flags will remain at half-staff in Hamilton County until sunset on the day of Henderson's funeral on Friday, May 9. Flags are flown at half-mast on ships and at naval stations. On shore, flags are flown at half-staff, meaning the flagpole is attached to a building or stuck in the ground. The American flag flies at half-staff when the country or a state is in mourning, according to Flags can be ordered to fly at half-staff by the president, a state governor or the mayor of the District of Columbia. In most cases, flying the flag at half-staff marks a significant death, such as one of a government official or military member, a national tragedy or a national day of remembrance, such as Memorial Day or Patriots' Day, which occurs annually Sept. 11 in memory of the victims who died in the 2001 attacks. Henderson retired in December after working 33 years with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, according to a Facebook post on Dec. 20. He worked as a bomb technician and was a member of the dive team that performed water rescues and searches. After retirement, he continued to serve as a special deputy. He still worked traffic details like the one outside a May 2 commencement ceremony at the University of Cincinnati, where he was fatally struck and killed. Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey described him as a 'tremendous person.' The sheriff also said that Henderson's badge number, #129, will be retired. Public visitation: Friday, May 9, 9 to 11 a.m. at Cintas Center, 1624 Musketeer Drive. Public service: Friday, May 9, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Cintas Center, 1624 Musketeer Drive. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Why are flags at half-staff in Cincinnati? What to know
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Yahoo
Mourners line up to pay respects to Hamilton County deputy Larry Henderson
The parking lot was already packed an hour before the visitation for Hamilton County Sheriff's Deputy Larry Henderson began at Spring Grove cemetery. A giant American flag hung over the street entrance to the funeral home as dozens of mourners lined up to pay their respects. They were greeted by a makeshift memorial featuring a sheriff's car covered in flowers with a sign in the front window that read "Rest easy devil dog" – a reference to his Marine service. Penny Coyknierilm arrived early. She said she'd been waiting since 11:30 a.m. to pay her respects. She didn't know Henderson, his family or any of the officers he served with, but she described herself as a friend of the police. "It was a horrible thing that happened,'she said 'I can't get it out of my head. I feel so sorry for his family and friends.' Henderson was a 33-year veteran of the sheriff's office when he retired in December 2024, but he continued working as a special deputy after retirement. Henderson was killed directing traffic near the University of Cincinnati on May 2 when he was struck by a car. Rodney Hinton Jr. was indicted on aggravated murder charges in Henderson's death, and he faces the death penalty if convicted. On May 1, Hinton's son, 18-year-old Ryan Hinton, was shot and killed by a Cincinnati police officer during a stolen car who lives in Bridgetown, said she also felt sympathy for Ryan Hinton's family. 'I think his father lost his mind for a moment," she said. "Who's to say what I would've done if I lost my son that way? It's a tragedy all the way around. My heart breaks for his family too." Cindy Hodge, 56, said she went to high school with Henderson. She came to the visitation with her mother, Yvonne Hodge, 80. More: Hamilton County Sheriff's Office announces procession routes for Deputy Larry Henderson 'He was a protector. He valued human life. He was out there putting his life on the line to protect others,' Cindy Hodge said. 'This never should have happened.' The visitation at Spring Grove Cemetery will continue until 8 p.m. tonight. A procession, visitation and service are also scheduled for Friday, May 9 at the Cintas Center. Henderson grew up in Terrace Park and graduated from Mariemont High School. He served in the Marines before joining the sheriff's office as a corrections officer in 1991. This story will be updated. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Visitation tonight for fallen Hamilton County deputy Larry Henderson
