Oxford sees an uptick in car thefts in November
An increase in attempted car thefts in Oxford coincided with a national wave of thefts targeting specific car models.
Crime
Halloween weekend crime on downward trend from previous years, OPD says
Halloween celebrations stretched over two weekends this year, but local law enforcement says the festivities were quieter than previous years.
Miami student charged with felonies following burglary, assault
A judge has referred a Miami University student to a grand jury following an aggravated burglary incident Oct. 4.
Assault outside Brick Street Bar leads to criminal charges
An assault Sept. 7 has led to charges for two suspects, including a felony count for strangulation. The assault occurred outside Brick Street Bar.
Underage drinking citations spike as students return to campus
Oxford Police issued nine citations for underage during the weekend leading up to Miami University's first day of class. Miami Police also recorded nearly a dozen alcohol violations in the previous week, in addition to other incidents.
Man pleads not guilty in fatal Milford Township crash
A man is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter after a June accident in Milford Township resulted in one person's death. Leodegario Cruz Ortiz, 22, pleaded not guilty to the charges at his arraignment Aug. 5.
At Parkview Arms, residents strive to build a sense of community
Every Wednesday, kids at Parkview Arms gather for lunch and an activity led by Oxford Lane Library. It's one of several initiatives spearheaded by the PVA residents council to improve the community.