Warren, OH Attorney News Archive

Cuyahoga Sheriff Harold Pretel has decided to step back from the investigation into the tragic death of Tasha Grant, a double amputee who died after being restrained by police at MetroHealth Medical Center. This unexpected move means that detectives from Trumbull County will now take over the inquiry.

Grant's family and various advocacy groups from the Cleveland area have been calling for a transparent civil examination of the incident. Stanley Jackson, the family's attorney, highlighted the community's demand for accountability and suggested that oversight from the Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation would be necessary.

Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne has yet to provide clarification on Pretel's decision. This comes after concerns raised by Councilmember Mike Gallagher regarding the need for independent scrutiny in significant public safety cases.

The circumstances surrounding Grant's death have reignited important discussions about criminal defense protocols and employment practices within law enforcement agencies, as questionable practices continue to face scrutiny.

In a dramatic turn of events on Interstate 90, North Olmsted police apprehended Cleveland residents Rotisha Dovan-Jones, 27, and Demarco Robinson, 26, following an alleged theft from JCPenney. The pursuit began in Westlake when officers tried to stop Dovan-Jones’ rental vehicle, which had her 3-year-old son safely secured in the backseat.

To bring the chase to a halt, authorities used stop sticks, resulting in the closure of two lanes near Warren Road. The situation has raised civil litigation concerns regarding child endangerment, as Dovan-Jones is now facing multiple criminal charges, including theft and failure to comply with law enforcement.

Fortunately, the young child was unharmed during the ordeal and has since been placed in the care of his grandmother.