Portsmouth

“Portsmouth Man Faces Serious Charges After Impaired Driving Stop Reveals Loaded Handgun”

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Portsmouth, Ohio — A grand jury in Ross County convened on July 25, 2025, to consider several cases, one of which involved 56-year-old Patrick Stuart Jackson, who faces serious charges stemming from an incident earlier this year. On May 1, a sheriff’s deputy observed a vehicle with an unlit license plate entering a closed business. When the officer approached, Jackson claimed he pulled over upon noticing the deputy’s presence. However, the deputy quickly detected signs of impairment, including bloodshot eyes and slurred speech, along with a strong odor of alcohol and marijuana emanating from Jackson. … Read more

Jury Grants $5.4 Million to Family of Portsmouth High School Athlete in Landmark Suicide Case

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Providence, RI — A Rhode Island jury awarded $5.4 million to the family of a Portsmouth High School athlete who died by suicide. The verdict came after the family argued that inadequate support and bullying contributed to the student’s tragic death. The athlete, who remained a significant part of the local high school sports culture, tragically passed away in 2017. The family’s lawsuit contended that his suicide was the direct result of continual bullying, which they claimed was exacerbated by the negligence of school officials who, they argued, failed to intervene effectively. During the trial, … Read more