04/10/2026
In the early morning hours of April 10th, 2026, officers from the Shadyside Police Department attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle. The vehicle failed to comply, resulting in a pursuit. During the pursuit, the Belmont County Sheriff’s Office assisted Shadyside Police units.
The pursuit continued onto Trough Run Road, then proceeded through Pinch Run Road, past the Sand Hill area, onto Key Bellaire Road, and continued onto Ray Ramsey Ridge. The pursuit ultimately concluded on Mount Victory Road without incident.
The individual, identified as Kollin Melko, was taken into custody and transported to the Belmont County Jail, where he was booked on the following charges: Failure to comply with order or signal of police officer, Driving under suspension or in violation of license restriction, Criminal damaging or endangering, and Operation in willful or wanton disregard of the safety of persons or property.