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teenager released on parole from Ohio youth prison accused of killing two LGBTQ individuals in Toledo before committing suicide in Cincinnati, sparking criticism of state youth prison system leadership

CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Youth Services has come under scrutiny after releasing a teenage parolee, Jorenzo Phillips, who later was suspected of killing two individuals in Toledo before taking his own life in Cincinnati. This tragic turn of events has raised questions about the state’s juvenile justice system and its effectiveness in preventing violent outcomes. Former Indian River youth prison superintendent, Jim Darnell, has criticized the decisions made by the Ohio Department …

Explosion Injures Four Firefighters Battling House Fire in Toledo, Ohio

TOLEDO, Ohio – Four firefighters are expected to recover after they were injured by an explosion while battling a house fire early Saturday morning, authorities say. The Toledo Fire & Rescue Department reported that the firefighters had entered the home to battle the fire when the explosion occurred. Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong described the incident, stating, “About 20 minutes after the call there was some sort of explosion. A mayday was called. We were …

Multiple Injuries After Fire Erupts in West Toledo Home Overnight

TOLEDO, Ohio – A fire broke out at a residence in west Toledo, resulting in multiple non-life-threatening injuries overnight on Saturday. The exact number of individuals injured remains unclear at this time, but it has been confirmed that the injured parties are occupants of the home, as reported by Toledo fire crews at the scene on Sylvan Ridge Dr. off of Alexis Road. According to Toledo fire officials, an explosion occurred in the garage of …

Toledo Police Release Footage of Fatal Shooting of Armed Suspect

TOLEDO, Ohio – Toledo police chief Michael Troendle addressed the shooting of Albert Alderman Jr., 33, during a press conference on Thursday. The incident occurred as officers attempted to arrest Alderman in connection with the strangulation death of his live-in girlfriend earlier that day. Troendle stated that it seemed the officers had no choice but to respond the way they did when Alderman repeatedly pointed a handgun at them while trying to escape. The Toledo …

Toledo Police To Release Body Camera Footage in Fatal Shooting of Murder Suspect After Chase

TOLEDO, Ohio – Toledo Police are set to disclose new details and release body camera and dash camera footage of the fatal police shooting of a murder suspect following a pursuit on Sunday. The department is holding a news conference on Thursday afternoon to provide the footage and discuss the incident, with Toledo Police Chief Mike Troendle scheduled to address the public at 3:30pm. Police shot and killed a man, identified as Albert Alderman, who …

Two Individuals Sentenced in 2022 South Toledo Shooting Death: Woodson to 14 Years, Robinson to 4 Years

TOLEDO, Ohio – Deangelo Woodson has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter. Meanwhile, Savannah Robinson has been sentenced to four years for assault in connection to a shooting death in south Toledo in 2022. Woodson and Robinson were sentenced for their roles in the shooting death, with Woodson pleading guilty to the more serious charge of involuntary manslaughter. The incident took place in south Toledo and resulted in …