Bryan Police Department
       103 North Beech Street Bryan, Ohio 43506
      419-636-4233    Fax: 419-636-1125  Emergency 9-1-1    

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COMMUNITY ALERT AWARD OFFERED
   On 12/23/2009 at approximately 8:59 p.m. the Bryan Police Department was called to the residence at 407 John Street for a well being check on a Grace Kennedy. Upon investigation officers found Grace Kennedy, age 91, deceased and a victim of a suspected homicide. Final determination of death will be released upon the completion of the autopsy results.  The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was called to the scene to assist the Bryan Police Department with the investigation. 
  We request anyone with information on this crime contact the Bryan Police Department at 419-636-4233 or Crime Stoppers at 419-485-9302. 
  Kennedy's family and the Bryan police department are offering a $6,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of whoever killed her.

Natural Disaster Scams
  Police are warning residents to be wary of any organization soliciting donations for victims of the Haitian earthquake.
  Past natural disasters have given the criminal element opportunity to solicit donations they claim are for a worthy cause.
  Investigate any requests for donations thoroughly before giving money.
  Be wary of e-mails with photo attachments that claim to show disaster areas, police said. Some attached files could contain viruses. Only open attachments from senders you are familiar with.
  Make donations to known organizations instead of having others make them on your behalf to ensure the organization receives the money.
  Do not give out personal or financial information to anyone asking for contributions, police said. Giving out such information could expose you to identity theft.
  For a list of charities approved by the Better Business Bureau, click here

New for 2010
  Ohioans can be ticketed for failing to turn on their headlights when their windshield wipers are in use for any type of precipitation.  Law enforcement has only been issuing warnings for the last six months. 

Watch Out For Blind Spots — The plow driver’s field of vision is limited. If you can’t see the plow’s side mirrors, the driver can’t see you. Stay two to three car lengths behind the plow.

Ice & Snow … Take it Slow — Snowplows travel well below the posted speed limit. Be patient. Try not to pass the plow. Watch for sudden stops or turns.

Beware of Snow Clouds — Snow plows often create clouds as they clear the roads. These Snow clouds can reduce your ability to see.  

Level 1 Snow Emergency

• Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow.
• Roads may also be icy.
• Drive carefully.

Level 2 Snow Emergency

• Roadways are hazardous with blowing and drifting snow.
• Only those who feel it is necessary to drive should be out on the roads.
• Contact your employer to see if you should report to work.

Level 3 Snow Emergency

• All roadways are closed to non-emergency personnel.
• No one else should be out during these conditions unless it is absolutely necessary to travel or a personal emergency exists.
• All employees should contact their employer to see if they should report to work. Those traveling on the roads may subject themselves to arrest.

Driving Safely In Winter Weather
 Snow, ice, and extreme cold can make driving treacherous. These safety tips from CDC, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and the National Safety Council can help make winter car travel safer.
 Before winter arrives, have your car tuned up, check the level of antifreeze, make sure the battery is good, and check your tire tread or put on snow tires.
  Keep emergency gear in your car for everyday trips:

• cell phone
• flashlight
• jumper cables
• sand or kitty litter (for traction)
• ice scraper, snow brush, and small shovel
• blankets
• warning devices (e.g., flares, reflectors)

Next of Kin Registration Now Available to Ohioans ODPS and Ohio BMV launch first of its kind system
 Next of Kin (HB 392) - This new statute creates a voluntary program, allowing those with a valid Ohio driver license, commercial driver license, temporary permit or identification card to submit two emergency contacts to the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), to be used by law enforcement in the event they are seriously injured or killed in an automobile crash.  If the individual is involved in an emergency situation or is otherwise unable to communicate, law enforcement will use the information to notify these emergency contacts.

  To add emergency contact information to your drivers license click here

Bryan Police Department die cast cars are available at Carorama Custom Cars

Public Service Announcements 

Criminal Acts. Strange News and  Trivia

Police: Man stuffed 75 bottles of lotion in pants
  SPRINGFIELD , Mass. (AP) - Police say a Massachusetts man who stuffed 75 bottles of body lotion in his pants couldn't slip away from authorities, hampered by slacks that were nearly bursting at the seams. 
  Springfield police say 30-year-old Chamil Guadarrama of Framingham was charged with larceny after the incident Wednesday night at Bath and Body Works in the Eastfield Mall. 
  Police say mall security officers chased Guadarrama, but he had stuffed so many of the eight-ounce lotion containers in his pants that he could barely run. Police say he could not bend over to get in the police cruiser until some of the bottles were removed. 
  It was unclear if Guadarrama has an attorney. A telephone number for him could not immediately be found Thursday.
My Way Strange News Posted 07 February 2010

Police: Colo. dad ordered kids to bite officers
   COLORADO SPRINGS , Colo. (AP) - Police in Colorado arrested a 28-year-old man accused of passing out in a McDonald's play area and telling his two children to bite the officers who were trying to arrest him. Colorado Springs police said officers had to use a Taser on Joshua Alger to subdue him Wednesday after he allegedly passed out drunk at the fast-food restaurant. 
  Police said Alger refused officers' orders and at one point told his children to "bite the officers' faces off." 
  Police said Alger has a previous arrest warrant for failing to appear in court on a charge of obstructing a police officer. He now also faces charges of second-degree assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, and marijuana possession. 
Information from: The Gazette, http://www.gazette.com
MyWay Strange News posted 02 February 2010