A 32-year-old woman was shot after breaking into a home while intoxicated and armed early Saturday morning the woman had broken into a home in the 400 block of East Avenue while armed with a handgun and got into a physical altercation with a 27-year-old resident in the home the handgun discharged and injured the 32-year-old woman and EMS responded to the scene and transported the 32-year-old woman to a nearby hospital with a non-life-threatening injury Detectives were also called to the scene and transported the 27-year-old resident and a 24-year-old visitor to the police department for interviews Preliminary investigation revealed that before the shooting occurred the 32-year-old woman was involved in a disturbance at the residence just before 3:30 a.m officers determined no crime had occurred and took her to her own home elsewhere in the city The 32-year-old was interviewed at the hospital and has been charged with aggravated burglary the woman was taken into custody and transported to the Lorain County Jail where she is being held without bond pending her initial appearance in Elyria Municipal Court Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInELYRIA Ohio (WOIO) - An Elyria woman is in jail after she was shot early Saturday morning officers responded to a report of a person shot at a home in the 400 block of East Avenue Armstrong was transported to University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury detectives arrived at the scene and interviewed two additional individuals involved a 27-year-old female resident and a 24-year-old female visitor Both were later transported to the Elyria Police Department for interviews Police also recovered the firearm believed to have been used in the shooting from the scene Armstrong had previously been involved in a disturbance at the same residence about an hour before the shooting Police said that officers encountered the earlier disturbance around 3:27 a.m Armstrong was transported back to her residence away from the home in the 400 block of East Avenue Armstrong returned to the East Avenue home while intoxicated and forced entry while armed with a handgun Police said a physical altercation ensued between Armstrong and the 27-year-old that resulted in the firearm discharging and Armstrong’s injury Officers interviewed Armstrong at the hospital She was charged with aggravated burglary and using weapons under disability where she is being held without bond pending her initial appearance in court Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Lead Detective Tony DeMarco at 440-326-1205 or by email at ademarco@cityofelyria.org Elyria Gardens - Gibbon Nebraska (4 Miles East of the Kearney Airport) Ohio (WOIO) - A large Elyria apartment fire displaced over 30 people and caused over $800,000 in damages Friday evening According to a release from the Elyria Fire Department crews were called to 1452 West River Road North for a structure fire they found heavy fire on a second-floor balcony of apartment “F” beginning to spread rapidly due to very high winds winds were blowing about 20 - 30 mph during that time The apartment complex was deemed uninhabitable and the Red Cross has provided emergency lodging for the over 30 people displaced “I honestly don’t feel like I’m going to have a house or anywhere to live any time soon,” said Worthams I’m just trying to move anywhere in Elyria.” Pronesti estimated the damage at $800,000 to the structure and $100,000 to the contents and the cause of the fire is still under investigation The fire was commanded by Assistant fire Chief Kevin Szabo,he and his shift along with our mutual aid partners are to be commended for a job well done They all did an outstanding job under difficult conditions due to the high winds Lorain and Sheffield Village Fire all provided mutual aid while Carlisle Township provided an engine company to cover additional calls in Elyria 19 News did reach out to the management company of the apartments to see if they had any open units to help with housing “Just want to thank God that everyone made it out safe,” said Worthams Ohio (WOIO) - A domestic-related disturbance led to a 17-year-old boy stabbing a 31-year-old man multiple times in their Elyria home The Elyria Police Department said officers were sent to a home in the 400 block of Garford Avenue at approximately 8:58 a.m Officers secured the scene upon arrival and found a 31-year-old resident suffering from multiple stab wounds EPD stated officers gave medical aid until the Elyria Fire Department and Lifecare Ambulance took him to University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center He was later transferred to MetroHealth Medical Center in Cleveland where he is stable The preliminary investigation indicates a 17-year-old resident stabbed the victim during a domestic-related disturbance inside the home Officers found the weapon they believe the boy used in the assault on scene EPD stated the teenage suspect was taken into custody without incident and charged with felonious assault He was taken to the Lorain County Detention Home “This was a swift and professional response by our officers who provided immediate aid and ensured the safety of all parties involved,” Captain Bill Lantz stated “We are continuing our investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding the altercation.” Ohio (WOIO) - The armed man accused of robbing the Convenient Food Mart he requested a job application for was arrested within hours EPD said officers promptly responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Convenient Food Mart at 8703 West Ridge Rd The store employee told officers on scene that a man walked in and initially requested a job application the suspect then brandished a handgun and demanded cash and the suspect ran away with an undisclosed amount of cash Officers used surveillance footage and the victim’s statement to gather a description of the suspect and the direction he went The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit helped officers establish a perimeter A track led officers to the 100 block of Ridge Circle where additional evidence indicated the suspect went into an apartment Authorities got consent to search the apartment where officers and detectives met multiple people The investigation led them to identify 35-year-old Christopher Morris of Elyria as the suspect EPD said authorities searched the apartment and found: Morris was charged with aggravated robbery He was taken into custody without incident and brought to the Lorain County Jail where he is waiting to be arraigned “The Elyria Police Department would like to commend the diligent work of our officers and investigators in bringing this case to a swift resolution,” EPD stated “We also extend our appreciation to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office for their valuable assistance with ensuring this case was resolved quickly and safely.” Ohio — A man’s escape from police custody has become a multi-day search in Elyria Investigators say Donte Parker II was handcuffed when he ran from officers Monday evening He was last spotted on security footage running along a steep but it’s unclear what happened after that point “Despite their extensive efforts that night to locate him Lantz said officers responded to an apartment building on Washington Ave A 911 caller had requested a welfare check because she suspected Parker was at the building and worried about previous accusations of violence The resident allowed officers to search the apartment when they arrived They found Parker hiding under a bed with a gun beside him and arrested him on an outstanding warrant Body-worn camera footage released by police showed the 32-year-old handcuffed behind his back before he darted through the building entrance “We immediately established a perimeter in that area to search and locate Mr We used a drone with thermal imaging capabilities and we requested K-9 units from some nearby agencies that also responded,” Lantz explained After being told Parker had not had contact with close relatives investigators enlisted help from the Elyria Fire Department crews combed the steep ravine behind the apartment building and parts of the river Lantz said they encountered challenges with icy conditions and paused the water search Parker had entered the water or anything like that nor did we locate him [Wednesday] as well,” he said He called the investigation ongoing and said the department planned to continue canvassing the area for surveillance cameras and using drones to search for Parker “Our primary effort at this point is focused towards getting Mr Parker located and safely into custody,” he said Parker is also facing additional fleeing and weapons-related charges from Monday night Lantz said the department will review the incident to determine how Parker escaped custody and what the officers could have done differently Ohio — In what city leaders are touting as a major victory Elyria has settled a lawsuit with the owner of a vacant hotel plagued by health and safety concerns “The settlement of the lawsuit was a huge win for the city of Elyria the biggest step we’ve taken in years to get something done here,” said Elyria Mayor Kevin Brubaker signed an agreement to address the condition of the former Days Inn hotel near Route 57 and the Midway Mall the city sued the owner over the property’s condition Court documents referred to it as a “menace to public health” and “dangerous to human life.” RELATED: 'Dangerous to human life:' Elyria suing owners of former Days Inn hotel either rehab the building or tear it down,” said neighbor Steve Pauley He can see the vacant tower from his driveway and recalls how the hotel deteriorated after its closure in 2020 it’s been an eyesore ever since — people breaking in The Elyria Fire chief previously told News 5 that he considered the property one of the most dangerous in the city vacant building lacked fire control measures and had long attracted squatters He worried a fire inside could force his crews into a dangerous situation clearing the rundown structure and not knowing whether anyone was inside it “It’s just an albatross and it’s a menace to our community,” said Brubaker The mayor said it’s also been an additional obstacle near an area of the city primed for redevelopment The Lorain County Port Authority is finalizing the sale of the nearby Midway Mall to commercial rehabilitation group ICP RELATED: The future of Midway Mall in Elyria has been decided “This is what people see when they come off of the Turnpike or off of I-90 to shop or go to restaurants It’s ugly for the city for it to be here,” Brubaker said He’s hopeful the settlement finalized Thursday will expedite the property’s cleanup and remediation The agreement officially declared the building a public nuisance and listed more than a dozen requirements for the owner to clear out the buildings comply with health and safety standards and improve security If the owner fails to meet any of the requirements within the 90-120 days specified the property will be placed in receivership and the property could become available for sale The mayor believes it will be difficult for the out-of-state owner to fulfill all of the requirements set by the settlement and anticipates the property’s condition will require it to be demolished The move could open more space for redevelopment near the Midway Mall “It sets the tone for everything we have going on here,” Brubaker said “Whatever happens to it just is going to be an uplift for everything that’s going on around the mall area.” Neighbors said they look forward to improvements in the area Ohio (WOIO) - Elyria Police arrested the man who barricaded himself inside a home had barricaded himself in a home that police surrounded The suspect was wanted for federal probation warrants for an arrest related to weapons violations Police said the 46-year-old man was uncooperative and believed to have been armed with a handgun or rifle Elyria Police said officers were operating in the area of Boston Avenue and South Logan Street with multiple patrol and tactical units Marian was taken into police custody around 1:00 p.m It’s ultimately what we wanted,” says Capt Bill Lantz of the Elyria Police Department Police said they were able to get a woman out of the home in a press conference Friday morning Marian communicated with negotiators consistently during the standoff before giving himself up peacefully he was very appreciative of the law enforcement especially the negotiators that he had been in contact with throughout this particular incident so expressed his appreciation and ultimately accepted responsibility and ready to kind of take the next step and move his life in the right direction,” said Lantz Neighbors were visibly shaken after the arrest and said Marian had been a good neighbor this isn’t the way to go about taking care of it I feel bad for him,” said neighbor Alex Valatka Elyria City Schools say Eastern Heights campus was earlier placed under a lockout status as a precaution Please rest assured that the students are safe and continuing with their school day and we are in close communication with law enforcement the students are securely inside the building while the situation is taking place many blocks away from the school Marian was transported to Cleveland by U.S Elyria Police say there could be further charges stemming from Friday’s standoff Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInLORAIN COUNTY Ohio (WOIO) - Elyria police said a handcuffed man who escaped their custody Monday evening while officers were taking him out of an apartment building Donte Jamar Parker II was last seen running from an apartment in the 200 block of Washington Ave officers obtained surveillance footage showing Parker running eastbound toward a wooded area near the Black River Elyria Police Captain Bill Lantz said officers then conducted a second thorough search along the riverbank and rescue teams rappelled down the hillside for a closer inspection search efforts were temporarily halted for safety reasons and Parker remained missing,” said Captain Lantz 6 along the banks of the Black River with officers on foot Captain Lantz released the below statement: “We remain fully committed to locating Parker and ensuring his safe apprehension we have conducted multiple search operations in the area where Donte Parker was last seen fleeing on foot Because there is no direct evidence confirming that Parker entered the water we must also consider that he remains at large and is actively evading law enforcement Our efforts remain ongoing as we continue to follow up on leads to determine his whereabouts we will be sure to share that information.” officers responded to the apartment Monday evening for a welfare check and found Parker hiding inside the apartment Captain Lantz said Parker has several outstanding felony warrants for his arrest and was also in possession of a firearm Parker fled from officers once outside the building Anyone with information on Parker’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Elyria Police Department at (440) 323-3302 or 911 Anonymous tips can also be submitted at //www.cityofelyria.org/tips and another was sent to the hospital after a crash ended with a car in a pond in Elyria on Friday afternoon and EMS responded to a crash involving a car into a pond off 745 Leo Bullocks Parkway near the Foundry Elyria Police said one person was arrested for OVI Another person was taken to University Hospitals with minor injuries Rescue crews are currently recovering the vehicle from the pond Elyria Police shared these photos of the scene “as a reminder of how quickly things can go wrong.” “Think Before You Drink!” Elyria Police warned Patrick’s Day weekend remember… drinking and driving don’t mix." Ohio (WOIO) - A 15-year-old was shot in an apparent “accidental” shooting in Elyria According to a social media post from the Elyria Police Department officers were called to the scene on the 1100 block Melvyn Lane just after 3:30 p.m Police found a 15-year-old boy with a gunshot wound The teenager was taken to the hospital in serious condition Police say the shooting appears to have been accidental The Elyria Police Department is looking for Donte Parker a suspect who escaped custody and may be with his girlfriend Parker is wanted on felony warrants and for violating parole RELATED: Elyria police searching for man who escaped custody officers responded to an apartment building on Washington Avenue around 8:45 p.m Parker was handcuffed when he ran from officers Monday evening "Parker is alive and continues to evade law enforcement and we believe that they are together," police said Anyone with information about the pair's whereabouts is asked to call Elyria Police Detective Jeb Larson at 440-326-1211, email jlarson@cityofelyria.org or submit a tip on the city's website Ohio (WOIO) - Authorities in Michigan believe the “armed and dangerous” Elyria escapee might be in the Flint area with his girlfriend the Crime Stoppers of Flint and Genesee County are offering a reward for information on Donte Jamar Parker II and his girlfriend RELATED: Elyria escapee’s girlfriend reported missing; Couple believed to be on the loose together Pintar was reported missing by family on Monday Pintar is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 140 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes is 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 185 lbs He is wanted for federal probation violations and strangulation Parker is considered armed and dangerous by authorities Crime Stoppers of Flint and Genesee County are offering up to $1000 for information leading to an arrest Parker was last seen running from an Elyria apartment in the 200 block of Washington Ave RELATED: Handcuffed man escapes Elyria police custody, remains on loose officers responded to the apartment around 8:45 p.m 3 for a welfare check and found Parker hiding inside the apartment Captain Lantz said Parker had several outstanding felony warrants for his arrest and was also in possession of a firearm Anonymous tips can also be submitted at //www.cityofelyria.org/tips By Avery WilliamsPublished: Apr 2025 at 10:32 AM EDTEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInELYRIA Ohio (WOIO) - Elyria police say officers arrested a 33-year-old man last week following a drug bust turned himself in April 3 at the Elyria Police Department officers arrested Cross after searching two of his homes earlier that day a woman wanted by Westlake police was taken into custody Cross faces multiple felony drug charges and having weapons under disabilty “This investigation reflects our officers’ commitment to removing dangerous drugs from our community and keeping firearms out of the hands of individuals who are prohibited from possessing them.” Ohio (WOIO) - Elyria Police arrested a 32-year-old mother Thursday for child endangerment after her toddler was found wandering alone officers responded to Hamilton Elementary School after reports of a toddler walking alone near the school wrapped in a blanket Callers reported seeing the little girl cross westbound on Middle Avenue by herself Officers found the 3-year-old girl and accompanied her back to her home in the 1200 block of Middle Avenue officers had prior contact with the same address in 2024 for a similar child endangering complaint Officers did not get any response when they knocked on the front door so they entered through an unlocked back door out of concern for the welfare of the child and others who may be present they found a 6-year-old boy asleep in a bedroom and no adults present who told officers she left the children in the care of a relative but admitted the relative was unaware the children were home officers arrested her on an active warrant issued by the Ohio State Highway Patrol for endangering children She was then transported to Lorain County Jail “Our officers responded quickly to a potentially dangerous situation and ensured the safety of these young children,” said Chief of Police James Welsh “We thank the citizens who acted responsibly by calling police when they saw a child in danger.” ATLANTA — Brotherhood runs deep within the Ohio State football program Elyria natives and Buckeye freshmen Devontae and Deontae Armstrong know that better than most never really played next to each other like we are now— left tackle sticking it out all the way up to college with each other on the same team." Deontae and Devontae's bond is even deeper "It's just a really great dynamic to have not only brothers on the same team but twin brothers on the same team," Deontae continued The two have spent their whole lives next to each other "We've always just been competing in a little bit of everything The two played together through their time at St They even won state championships multiple times playing for the Eagles The offensive linemen put in work to achieve their dreams of playing football at The Ohio State University—together "There's not many twins that get to experience this at this high a level so we know how special it is and we just came in here ready to work," Devonate said The Armstrong twins are the first set of scholarship twins at Ohio State since Mike and Matthew Sullivan 37 years ago They always hoped it would work out and are grateful to be by each other's side through this new chapter of football for them It doesn't hurt that they're playing together at the school they grew up loving "We've known nothing besides Ohio State all our life so to actually get to experience this and play on the team that we've always watched since we were old enough to know what football was it's just been such a dream and a blessing," Devontae said The two freshmen are in Atlanta gearing up for the Buckeyes' game against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Monday hoping that their very first year together at Ohio State results in an upgrade from high school state champs to college football national champs they're glad to be representing Northeast Ohio at such a high level "It just means more when you're from Ohio," Deontae said Elyria police asked residents to avoid the area of South Logan Street due to an "uncooperative" individual Police said the situation unfolded at a home in the 800 block of South Logan Street The person inside was wanted for a federal probation warrant related to a weapons violation but officers will stay in the neighborhood temporarily