Licking County Crime Stoppers

04/28/2026

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in a Domestic Violence and Shooting Investigation. The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at approximately 8:18 AM, deputies were dispatched to the 10000 block of Purity Road on a shooting.

Deputies along with Mary Ann Township Fire Department and Newton Township Fire Department arrived on scene at 8:30 AM, and found two victims, one suffering from a gunshot wound. During the initial investigation, it was learned that a female victim had escaped from a nearby residence during a domestic violence dispute and was seeking help, which led to the shooting of the uninvolved party. Both victims were transported to an area hospital to receive medical treatment for non life threatening injuries. Initial reports indicated the suspect had returned to a residence in the 11000 block of Harmon Road, resulting in the activation of Licking County Sheriff’s Swat Team. The suspect was not located at that residence.

Throughout the investigation, detectives identified the suspect as 36-year-old James Walter Johnson. It was confirmed that Mr. Johnson had fled after the shooting in a white 2012 GMC Terrain. Detectives have located the vehicle in question in Mount Vernon, Ohio, with the assistance of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office and Mount Vernon Police Department.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

11/07/2025

07/28/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in any of these crimes:

The Newark Police Department reports on June 10, 2025 two suspect(s) shoplifted tools valued at nearly $527 from The Home Depot located at 1330 N. 21st St., and attempted to steal another $600 worth of tools at the same time. The two suspects are both described as white males. They both arrived and left in a silver four-door sedan. The first male was wearing a red t-shirt over a black long sleeved shirt, blue jeans, and a brown and black ball cap. The second male was wearing a gray shirt, black pants, and a red ball cap. The first male made it out of the store with $527 worth of tools. The second suspect was stopped by store security at the door and security was able to recover $600 worth of tools before the second suspect fled the store. The stolen items are described as: a starter kit, a combo kit, a drill kit, reciprocating saw, and other tools.

The Newark Police Department reports overnight on July 1, suspect(s) stole a wallet and a gun from a vehicle parked in the 400 block of Washington Street. The stolen gun is described as a black 9mm semi-automatic Stoeger pistol. The stolen wallet contained bank cards, ID, and a social security card.

The Newark Police Department reports overnight on June 26, suspect(s) stole tools, lumber, and heating and cooling equipment from a fenced storage area in the 100 block of Chestnut Street. The tools are described as a Ryobi power tool set.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

06/17/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in any of these crimes:

The Newark Police Department reports on May 25,2025 suspect(s) shoplifted tools valued at nearly $1,000 from The Home Depot located at 1330 N. 21st St. Surveillance cameras took a picture of the suspect who’s described as: a white male, dressed in black plants, black hoodie with the words “Never Broke Again” on the front, black hat, and red and black shoes.

The Newark Police Department reports between May 15-17, 2025 suspect(s) stole two bicycles from the back porch of a house on Linden Ave. One bicycle is described as a BMX bike with a silver body, blue lettering, red tires, and valued at $500. The second bike is described as a purple mountain bike valued at $200.

The Newark Police Department reports on May 28, 2025 suspect(s) stole a ladder and metal, stored in a gated area behind Holmes Lumber located at 818 Mt. Vernon Road.

The Newark Police Department reports on May 27, 2025 suspect(s) stole tools and tool batteries from a locked storage unit at the LP Flats apartments at 1330 Log Pond Drive.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

05/19/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in any of these crimes:

The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports on April 28, suspect(s) stole a 6’ x 20’ homemade flatbed trailer from the Reclaimed Barnwood Company at 4881 of Hazelton-Etna Road SW in Pataskala. The suspect entered the parking lot in a four-door Chevy Silverado truck, hooked up the trailer to the truck, and drove away.

The Newark Police Department reports on April 28, suspect(s) stole a hand gun and a 2013 silver four-door Acura car from the Cedar Street Car Wash at 320 N. Cedar St. The car was parked in the parking lot, and the gun was in an office in the building.

The Licking County Sheriff’s Office reports on April 23, suspect(s) stole a 1995 Fleetwood Prowler pull behind camper from a property in the 15000 area of Palmer Road in Etna. The suspect is believed to have used a silver Ford F-150 truck to haul away the camper.

The Newark Police Department reports on April 22, suspect(s) stole a blue 2013 Harley Davidson Super Glide motorcycle from a home in the 200 block of N Gay Street.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

05/16/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in car thefts in Newark. The Newark Police Department reports suspect(s) have stolen a total of six cars, both KIA and Hyundai models, in recent weeks in various neighborhoods in the city. Three of the vehicles were recovered. There were also five attempted car thefts.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

05/04/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in any of these crimes in Newark and Heath:

The Newark Police Department reports around April 1, suspect(s) stole catalytic converters from two tanker trucks at Equipment Share on Riverview Drive.

The Newark Police Department reports around March 13, suspect(s) broke into a garage and shed at a residence in the 1100 block of Taylor Ave. and stole approximately $5,000 worth of tools, gym bags, and a laptop.

The Newark Police Department reports between March 10-12, suspect(s) stole catalytic converters from three Penske rental trucks parked at Home Depot on N. 21st St.

The Heath Police Department reports on Feb. 28, suspect(s) stole a 2017 Infinity Q50 four-door vehicle from John Hinderer Honda on Hebron Rd.

The Heath Police Department reports on Feb. 26, suspects stole a G***k handgun from a car at the Holiday Inn Express on Hebron Rd..

The Newark Police Department reports on Feb. 14, a suspect stole numerous bottles of vodka from Scheetz on N. 21st St. The suspect wore a black coat and had a pink backpack.

The Heath Police Department reports sometime between Jan. 12 - Feb. 2, suspect(s) stole a gold necklace with a Susan B Anthony coin pendant from a home at Ramp Creek Mobile Home Community on Thornwood Drive. (See Picture)

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

03/20/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in this armed robbery at Speedway Gas Station at 117 E. Main Street in Newark. Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

03/06/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspect(s) in any of these four crimes in Newark:

The Newark Police Department reports on Jan. 18, a suspect on a bicycle stole a delivered package from the porch of a home in the 400 block of Moull St. and then rode away. The suspect is described as a male wearing a blue jacket, face mask, dark pants, helmet, and black backpack. See picture.

The Newark Police Department reports on Feb. 5, suspect(s) stole a maroon colored Toyota RAV4, 4-door vehicle parked in the 300 block of Washington St.

The Newark Police Department reports on Jan. 15, suspect(s) used a BB gun to shoot and break windows on two vehicles parked in front of a home in the 600 block of Hollander St.

The Newark Police Department reports on Jan. 24, suspect(s) vandalized a car parked in the lot of the Moose Lodge located at 235 National Drive. The vehicle’s headlights were busted, the front seats were sliced by a sharp object, and the car radio was stolen.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also encourages calls and offers rewards to persons who provide information about other crimes not listed in this press release. If you have information on any other crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.

02/07/2025

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in a theft from a restaurant in Newark. The Newark Division of Police reports, on Tuesday, Dec. 31, suspect(s) broke into Sonny’s Pizza and Subs on West Main Street and stole an undisclosed amount of cash and a safe.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time. Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any serious crime. If you have information on any other serious crimes, please call Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization created in 1994, to help solve a kidnapping and assault of a five-year-old girl. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Licking County Crime Stoppers posts information, it receives from law enforcement agencies and makes no representation regarding the accuracy of the information. Licking County Crime Stoppers is not responsible for any error or omission relating to this information. The posting of this information is in fulfillment of the purposes of the non-profit organization to help solve crimes in Licking County.