Bluffton PD arrest two on outstanding warrants
Here's the Bluffton police department docket for March.
March 1
Officers responded to a non-injury traffic crash on West Elm Street near Rosenberger Drive. A Bluffton resident was issued a citation for Assured Clear Distance Ahead into Lima Municipal Court.
March 3
Officers arrested a Lima resident on an outstanding warrant out of the Wood County Sheriff’s Office.
March 6
Officers arrested a Lima resident for driving under suspension following a traffic stop in the area of Bentley Road and Interstate 75 for an equipment violation. The case is pending in Lima Municipal Court.
March 8
Officers responded to a non-injury traffic crash on State Route 103 at Commerce Lane. A Bluffton resident was issued a citation for Failure to Yield into Findlay Municipal Court.
March 10
A South Jackson Street resident reported an ongoing issue with a former family member.
March 13
Police responded to the high school in reference to drug paraphernalia being located on a student.
Officers arrested a Lima resident for driving under suspension following a traffic stop in the area of County Line Road and Lake Street.
March 16
Officers arrested a Findlay resident on an outstanding warrant out of the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.
March 17
A Pandora resident reported an assault complaint.
A South Jackson Street resident reported an ongoing issue with a former family member.
March 18
Officers arrested a Weston resident on an outstanding warrant out of the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office.
Officers responded to the university for a drug abuse complaint.
March 19
Officers responded a Cherry Street business for a theft complaint.
Officers arrested a Rawson resident for driving under suspension following a traffic stop in the area of State Route 103 and Citizens Parkway for an equipment violation.
March 20
Officers arrested a Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, resident on an outstanding warrant through the Kentucky Parole Authority.
March 22
Police received a criminal damage complaint from an employee of a West Elm Street business.
March 23
Officers charged a Bluffton, OH resident for possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop in the area of Jackson Street at High Street.
March 25
Officers responded to a car vs pedestrian crash at the village park.
March 27
Officers took a civil complaint from a Beaverdam resident.
An Ethan Circle resident reported an unruly juvenile complaint.
March 28
Officers arrested a Deshler resident for driving under suspension following a traffic stop in the 800 block of County Line Road following a speeding violation.
Officers took a theft report from a North Main Street resident.
Stories Posted This Week
Friday, August 14, 2026
Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Families and customers create an oral history of memorable Bluffton businesses
- Local students travel to France, Monaco and Italy
- Move on Up: New drug for COVID-19 exposure
- Back to School Days at Bluffton Public Library
- 50 for 250 performances at Bluffton Public Library
- Community meal on August 20 at Bluffton Senior Center
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
- Pirate girls tennis 2nd at Lima City tourney
- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
- Bluffton historical society to discuss upcoming events, fundraising
- Bluffton Public Library hosts Mobile Health Clinic on Aug. 13
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Tommy Jenkins, Cat Dailey, Szabo Trio
- Chair massages offered at the Senior Center
- Bluffton Senior Center to host Spa Day