Police reports

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Steubenville police charged Kyle C. Gordon, 30, with criminal trespassing after he returned to Wendy's and caused a disturbance, despite being asked to leave earlier. The situation escalated when he yelled at employees, prompting police intervention. In a separate incident, a couple reported being attacked by a juvenile who believed they had stolen from his family; the couple opted not to file charges. Officers also received multiple noise complaints over the weekend, including fireworks and loud parties, but found no significant violations in some areas.

Additionally, police investigated a report of drug sales on a local street and reassured a resident who had chased the alleged dealers away. Officers assisted a delivery driver facing online harassment from a dissatisfied customer who accused her of theft. The driver received guidance on obtaining a protection order against the customer. These incidents reflect ongoing community concerns regarding safety and disturbances in Steubenville.

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