Scioto County Grand Jury Issues 18 Indictments Ranging from Drug Charges to Burglary and Assault
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — In a significant judicial roundup, the Scioto County Grand Jury met this May with proceedings concluding on June 28, resulting in 18 indictments encompassing a variety of severe charges. Scioto County Prosecutor Shane A. Tieman presided over the indictments, signaling a robust response from local law enforcement to drug-related offenses and violent crimes. The list of charges includes drug trafficking, possession of narcotics, pandering obscenity involving minors, theft of firearms, and assaults, reflecting the serious nature of crimes impacting the community. Devon Varney, 28, of McDermott, faces charges for aggravated possession of … Read more