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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Enough fentanyl to kill 100K people seized after man rams police cruiser
Detectives seized enough fentanyl to kill over 100,000 people after a man rammed into multiple police cruisers in Akron. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Detectives executed a search warrant in the 2000 block of Triplett Boulevard when 33-year-old Lorenzo Leatherwood Jr drove off, according to CBS-affiliate WOIO. When detectives tried to stop Leatherwood's car, police said he intentionally hit multiple cruisers in an attempt to escape. Once the car was disabled, police said Leatherwood resisted arrest before detectives could take him into custody. TRENDING STORIES: Billy Joel cancels all scheduled concerts due to brain disorder, including Ohio performance Amber Alert issued for 1-year-old boy reportedly kidnapped by noncustodial mother Police officer partying at festival while collecting $600K for fake injury, officials say During a search of Leatherwood's home, detectives found more than 200 grams of fentanyl and a gun, which Leatherwood is prohibited from owning, police said in a release. Two milligrams of fentanyl can be deadly, according to the DEA. Leatherwood was charged with seven counts of felonious assault, one count of resisting arrest, willfully fleeing, having weapons under disability, trafficking in drugs, and a probation violation. According to the release, the case will be referred to the Assistant United States Attorney to determine if federal charges are appropriate. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Fentanyl suspect rams Akron police cruisers in attempt to escape arrest
AKRON, Ohio (WJW) — A man is in custody after attempting to flee from detectives earlier this week, the Akron Police Department reported. Anti-Violence Bureau (AVB) detectives were executing a search warrant at the 2000 block of Triplett Avenue Wednesday, when the suspect Lorenzo Leatherwood Jr. attempted to flee by getting into a vehicle and 'intentionally rammed multiple cruisers,' according to police. Man wanted in Akron lounge shooting that injured 2 Detectives reported that Leatherwood 'resisted arrest' after his vehicle came to a stop, but that he was eventually taken into custody. Police did not say if Leatherwood suffered any injuries. Once inside the residence, the AVB found at least 200 grams of fentanyl and a firearm. Leatherwood is charged with the following, according to police, with potential for more: Felonious Assault (7 Counts) Resisting Arrest Willful Flee Having Weapons While Under Disability Trafficking in Drugs Probation Violation 'The significant amount of fentanyl seized during this arrest most likely saved our communityfrom suffering through a long string of overdoses,' Lieutenant Michael Murphy said in a statement. E. coli levels predicted to be high at 2 Lake Erie beaches Anyone who may know more about this case is asked to reach out to detectives at 330-375-2490 or call Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Economic growth in Snyder: New manufacturing & revitalizing businesses
SNYDER, Texas () – For longtime Snyder resident and Executive Director of the Development Corporation of Snyder, Barbara Leatherwood, one of the things she cherishes most about the city is its small-town charm and strong sense of community. However, in recent years, Leatherwood has observed a shift in the types of businesses choosing to establish roots in Snyder. 'We've seen a lot of growth; we've seen a lot of opportunity. We like to call it opportunity and community. We think Snyder leads the rural areas in being one of the top innovators. I believe I see that in a lot of leadership. I see the community working together,' said Leatherwood. 'Every minute counts': Snyder emergency air medical base now carries whole blood Over the past two years, the Development Corporation of Snyder (DCOS), through its strategic partnerships, has contributed more than $5 million in capital investments to the Snyder community, including $2.9 million in 2024 alone. According to Leatherwood, for every $1 invested into the DCOS, the organization generates $8 in return for community impact. 'Snyder is leading the way in being the connection point and the conduit to being the one-stop shop for any business owner looking to expand or relocate to Snyder. We've had relocations in the last three years. We've had expansions in the last three years that have really just grown and started that momentum. We've had leadership changes in the city,' explained Leatherwood. CHECK IT OUT: Mom makes Texas-sized mum for Snyder ISD homecoming A major factor behind this growth is the influx of manufacturing companies moving into Scurry County, drawn by the available space. These businesses have played a key role in strengthening the local economy, contributing 62 new jobs while retaining 83 existing positions in Snyder. 'Last year, we did three different projects, and one of them was Plastic Welding and Fabrications. They were a second plant location for its manufacturing, and they came up from Buda. What they're finding in Snyder, what they're seeing in Snyder, and why they chose Snyder was that we had the land that was available. The cost of doing business was better,' added Leatherwood. In recent years, the DCOS has also collaborated with local businesses to revitalize their properties through its economic improvement initiative. This effort has invested over $300,000 back into existing businesses, which Leatherwood describes as the backbone of Snyder's community and economy. Abbey Stephens took over ownership of the Snyder Nursery on 3706 Shady Oaks Lane in the spring of 2024. As one of Snyder's many longstanding small businesses, the nursery reflects the town's commitment to supporting local enterprises. For Stephens, choosing Snyder as the home for her business was an easy decision, thanks to the community's culture of mutual support. Western Texas College in Snyder allows students to carry firearms on campus 'There are several businesses in town that we have done flowerpots for outside of their business, or they just come and shop with us personally, and we shop with them personally,' Stephens explained. As a new small business owner, Stephens is excited about the changes on the horizon for Snyder. She encourages residents to shop local and hopes to inspire those passing through to make a pit stop and experience what the town has to offer. 'One of the coolest things about Snyder is that you never really know what you're going to find,' Stephens hinted. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
