Licking County Crime Stoppers: 2020

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Theft from Tractor Trailer at Kohl's

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft from a tractor trailer parked at a store in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports on Tuesday, Nov. 10 around 9:00 a.m., suspect(s) entered the trailer that was parked at the rear, dock door of the Kohl’s on Deo Drive and stole merchandise from the trailer.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any serious crime. If you have information on any other serious crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994, to help solve a kidnapping and assault of a five-year-old girl. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304. Licking County

Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

Thursday, December 3, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest of Suspect(s) in Criminal Damaging at North Newark Home

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a criminal damaging incident at a home in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Sunday, Oct. 25 around 1:00am, suspects drove a four-wheeler through a yard on the 1300 block of Sherwood Downs Road West. The suspects, described as two juveniles, also dumped oil and turpentine on the lawn.

Friday, November 27, 2020

Reward Offered for Arrest of Suspects in Break-In at Al's Meat Market

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering at a store in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Friday, Oct. 9 around 2:15am, suspects broke into Al’s Meat Market on N. 21^st Street and attempted to steal the cash register.

Reward Offered for Apprehension of Most Wanted Woman, Paula Popham

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for anyone with information leading to the arrest of a 39-year-old Newark woman. Licking County Adult Court Services is actively searching for Paula Popham.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Friday, November 20, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Apprehension of Most Wanteds

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for anyone with information leading to the arrest of three individuals. Licking County Adult Court Services is actively searching for Nicholas Lovell, Thomas Martin and William Neibarger Jr.

Anyone with information on their whereabouts is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest of Suspect in Car Arson in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a car fire that has been ruled as arson in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, during the early morning hours on Wednesday, Nov. 4, emergency crews responded to a report of a car fire at a home in the 800 block of Wells Ave. During the investigation authorities determined the fire was intentionally set.

Thursday, November 12, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Gun Store Break-In in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering and theft from a gun store in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Tuesday, Nov. 3, around 2:00am, suspects drove a white, BMV SUV through the front door of Buckeye Gun Dealer on N. 21^st Street and stole multiple firearms. The SUV and another vehicle involved in the theft were reported stolen at gunpoint out of Columbus. The suspect in the vehicle thefts was described a young, skinny, black male. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is offering an additional $5,000 for information leading to an arrest.

Monday, November 2, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest(s) in Newark Business Break-In

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering at a business in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Sunday, Aug. 23, suspect(s) broke into the Fish House in the 300 block of S. 30^th Street and attempted to steal the contents of a safe.

Thursday, October 29, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrests in Vehicle Thefts in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the theft of two cars from a vacant building in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between April 1-2, suspect(s) broke into the former Chesrown Dealership on Mt. Vernon Road and stole a 1975 Chrysler Imperial and a 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. The value of the cars is between $30,000-$35,000.

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest on Jewelry Theft at Kohl's in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft from a store in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, around 7:30pm on Sunday Aug. 30, four men entered the Kohl’s at 125 Deo Drive and stole more than $3,500 worth of jewelry. The suspects are three Black males and a Hispanic man. There are store surveillance photos of the suspects and their vehicles.

Sunday, October 18, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Stolen Wallet and Misuse of Credit Card

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the theft of a wallet from a store in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, around 6:00pm on Saturday May 30, a man made a purchase at the Walmart on N. 21^st Street and left his wallet on the counter. The next customer picked up the wallet and left the store. A female suspect then used a bank card at a local convenience store.

Monday, October 12, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Storage Unit Break-In

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering at a storage facility in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between Aug. 20 and Sept. 1, suspect(s) broke into a storage unit in the 200 block of Northtowne Court and stole coolers and a circular saw.

Wednesday, October 7, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Theft from Newark Home

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft from a home in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Monday Oct. 5 shortly before 4:00pm, a suspect stole a box of nails and a BB gun off the back porch of a home located in the 300 block of Eddy Street.

Monday, October 5, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest on Business Break-In

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between Aug. 21-24, suspect(s) broke into a business in the 100 block of W. National Dr. and stole assorted tools.

Monday, September 28, 2020

Reward Offered for Info on Security Camera Stolen from Newark Home

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, during the overnight hours on Monday, Aug. 31, suspects stole a security camera from a home in the 100 block of N. 9^th Street. One of the suspects was wearing a mask, a New York Yankees baseball cap, and a t-shirt with a large P on the shirt. The suspect has tattoos on both arms.

Reward Offered for Info on S. Williams St. Home Break-In and Theft of Tools

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between Aug. 28-29, suspect(s) broke into an unoccupied home in the 100 block of S. Williams Street and stole tools.

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Reward Offered for Stolen Acura in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a stolen car in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, during the overnight hours on Sunday, Sept. 13, a suspect stole a white, 2019 Acura from a driveway in the 1400 block of W. Quail Run Dr. The suspect was seen exiting a dark colored sports style car. The person was described as a young adult with a light complexion, thin build, possible long hair and wearing a grey hoodie.

Wednesday, September 2, 2020

Reward Offered for Info on Vehicle Shootings in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the shooting of two unoccupied vehicles in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between Aug. 22-23 a car parked in the 400 block of Seroco Ave. was shot in the driver’s side door. On Aug. 23 at around 2:30am a pickup truck in the first block of Hancock Street was shot in the driver’s side door. No injuries were reported in the shootings.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any serious crime. If you have information on any other serious crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Thursday, August 6, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in House Fire

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a recent house fire in Union Township. The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports, on July 31 around 1 pm, two suspects were seen driving a green SUV near Seminary and Canyon Roads. They were later seen in the 2300 block of Lees Road NE at a home that was set on fire.

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest of Jeffrey S Body

Jeffrey S Body

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for anyone with information leading to the arrest of 38-year-old Jeffrey S. Body. Body is described as a black male with blue eyes, weighing 220 pounds and 5-foot-11 inches tall. He uses the aliases of Body or Cuz and has ties to Licking, Muskingum, and Franklin Counties.

Body’s currently wanted for Trafficking in Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine, Illegal Manufacturing, Assembly of Drugs, and Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity. If you know his whereabouts, please call Law Enforcement, and then call Licking County Crime Stoppers.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Saturday, April 11, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest of Suspect(s) in Car and Garage Break-In

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between March 1-3, suspect(s) broke into a car and a garage in the 2200 block of O’Possum Hollow Rd. and stole a gun, a compound bow and tools.

Thursday, April 9, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest of Suspect(s) in Motorized Bicycle Theft

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a burglary in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, between March 3-5, suspect(s) broke into a garage in the 600 block of Fox Run Circle and stole a four-wheel, motorized bicycle. The bike is valued at $5,000.

Friday, March 27, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Store Break-In in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering at a store in Newark. The Newark Police Department reports, during the early morning hours on March 19 and March 22 a white male broke into MC Market in the 300 block of N. Cedar St. and stole cash, cigarettes, and alcohol. The suspect was wearing a dark jacket and hoodie, blue jeans, and white shoes with a large N on the side. He was carrying a gray colored bag with PINK written on the side.

Sunday, March 22, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest(s) in Thefts of Guns and Ammo from Cars in Newark

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in recent gun thefts in Newark. The Newark Police Department reports, on three separate occasions in early February suspect(s) broke into cars in the 1300 block of Brittany Hills Drive, 1600 block of Lewie Drive and the 100 block of Everett Ave and stole several guns as well as ammunition.

Anyone with information on these crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any serious crime. If you have information on any other serious crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrest in Tools Stolen from Fastenal in Heath

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a breaking and entering at a business in Heath. The Heath Police Department reports, on Friday, Feb. 21, suspect(s) broke into Fastenal in the 2300 block of Hebron Road and stole several Milwaukee brand tools including a band saw, rotary hammer and an angle grinder. The stolen items were valued at more than $3,000.

Monday, March 16, 2020

Reward Offered for Info Leading to Arrests of Most Wanteds

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for anyone with information leading to the arrest of three individuals. Licking County Municipal Court is actively searching for James Shell, Chelsea Spiker and Robert Stout. All three are from Newark.