NORTHFIELD, Ohio – The Northfield Village Police Department handled a diverse range of criminal activity between March 18 and March 24, 2026, ranging from felony drug arrests to theft at the MGM Casino. Significant incidents included a high-level narcotics discovery during a traffic stop on Chestnut Avenue and an OVI arrest involving a high blood-alcohol concentration on Northfield Road. This summary provides a detailed look at the public safety activity within the Nordonia Hills community over the past week.
Felony Drug Possession Arrest on Chestnut Avenue
The week began with a significant narcotics seizure on March 18, 2026. Northfield Village officers conducted a traffic stop at approximately 7:58 a.m. on Chestnut Avenue (SR 8 SB) for an improper turn and expired license plates. During the stop, officers observed suspicious items in plain view, leading to a K9 unit being called to the scene for a “free air sniff”. Following a positive indication from the K9, a search of the vehicle revealed methamphetamine, a scale, and a meth pipe concealed under the gear shifter panel. Both occupants were arrested and charged with fourth-degree felony drug possession…