Woodsfield Police Department

02/18/2026

The Woodsfield Police Department has received reports of residents receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be officers with our department. The caller states that there is a warrant for the resident’s arrest and demands payment over the phone to void the warrant.

THIS IS A SCAM.

The Woodsfield Police Department will never call and request payment over the phone to resolve a warrant or any other legal matter.

If you receive a call like this:
• Do not provide any personal information
• Do not provide payment information
• Hang up immediately

If you have questions or concerns about a suspicious call, please contact:

Woodsfield Police Department: 740-472-5771
Monroe County Sheriff’s Office: 740-472-1612

09/02/2025

03/28/2025

Thank you for your service K9 Eric.

Retired Monroe County K9 Eric passed away this morning at the age of 14. K9 Eric was partnered with Detective Mike Russell from 2013 to 2018. After retiring from service in 2018, K9 Eric became a family companion and enjoyed spending time at home with Detective Russell and his family. Thank you for your service K-9 Eric.

EOW - 03/28/2025

Sheriff Derek Norman

10/29/2024

On October 25, 2024, Woodsfield PD K9 Officer McNerney and K9 Tito were invited to St. Sylvester’s School alongside MCSO Lt. Norman, Lt. Russell, and Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney James Peters to discuss the dangers of drugs and perform a K-9 demonstration for Red Ribbon Week.

The Woodsfield Police Department would like to thank the students and faculty at St. Sylvester’s for their generous donation towards WPD’s K9 fund. Students participated in a Penny War that was organized to help raise money for K-9’s in Monroe County.

09/03/2024

9-3-24

Sheriff Fred Sirianni Jr passed away on 8-28-24 at his residence. Sheriff Sirianni started his Law Enforcement career in the year of 1978. From 1978 to 2007, Fred worked for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Woodsfield PD, Special Investigator for the Monroe County Prosecutor, Washington County Sheriff’s Office and an instructor at Washington State Community College. During his time in Law Enforcement, Fred served as Monroe County Sheriff from 1993 to 2001. Sheriff Sirianni devoted his life to protecting and serving his community not only in Law Enforcement, but also as a U.S. Army Veteran. Fred’s wife Nancy stated “Fred Truly Loved Law Enforcement”.
Fred will be truly missed by all.

Sheriff Charles R Black Jr

05/04/2024

04/02/2024

On 4-2-2024, the Woodsfield Police Department responded to a report of a sexual assault involving a juvenile. During the initial investigation, the alleged suspect was identified as Tyrone Fry, 39, of Woodsfield, Oh. It was reported that Fry had fled from the residence shortly before officers arrived.

After a brief search, Fry was located and taken into custody. Fry was then transported to the Monroe County Jail, where he is being held on charges of R**e and Sexual Battery.

This case remains under investigation with potential additional charges.

02/05/2024

In the month of December, the Woodsfield Police Department conducted a child predator sting for the area of Woodsfield. The police department used a social media platform to pose as an underage person.

The suspects offered to meet a person they believed to be a minor for sexual acts.

When the suspects arrived to meet the minor, they were instead met by the police department and arrested.

The Woodsfield Police Department would like to thank the Monroe County Prosecutor’s Office for their efforts with the sting.

The following people were arrested and formally charged for importuning and/or disseminating matter harmful to juveniles.

*Nathaniel Cruse is the third individual that the Woodsfield Police Department has arrested for sexual related crimes associated with 108 South Paul Street in Woodsfield.

-Duane M. Potts (55)
-Nathaniel Cruse (25)
-Christian Carpenter (21)

01/19/2024

The Woodsfield Police Department has responded to numerous animal complaints as the weather has been cold. It is now cold enough where dogs should not be left outside for extended periods of time.

In the last 2 days, 2 dogs have been seized from 2 unrelated properties. Including being formally charged for cruelty to animals.

We would like to remind residents to monitor your outdoor dog’s food, water, straw supply and well-being. Neglect to your pets will not be tolerated.

12/23/2023

K9 Tito was excited to receive more Christmas gifts. Thank you Dakota!