In an ongoing effort to actively involve the community in law enforcement, the Portage County Sheriff’s Office – Ohio has turned to social media for its latest initiative, “Most Wanted Monday.” The program releases information about fugitives every week and encourages public participation in tracking down individuals wanted for various offenses. The Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Bruce D. Zuchowski, expressed gratitude towards the residents for their assistance with previous cases. However, it issued a stern warning to citizens, strongly advising against any personal attempts to apprehend these fugitives.
With public safety being a core concern, the Portage County Sheriff’s Office reiterated on its Facebook page that while they appreciate the influx of tips received, they implore residents not to engage with anyone identified as a wanted person directly. Instead, they’ve provided a safe channel through which information can be relayed to the authorities, urging anyone with knowledge to contact the Sheriff’s Office via email to [email protected]. This approach is primarily aimed at safely and effectively expediting the arrest of these fugitives without compromising civilian safety or the integrity of the operations.
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