Welfare check on man with firearms and warrants, Massillon OH


A welfare check was requested for a 63-year-old man near 6th St SW. He missed a court appearance and has warrants for strangulation. His wife reported he owns firearms on all levels of his home and sent unusual messages to his parents.
Audio|Source: Stark County Police
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Transcript:
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A Welfare Check[1], near 6th St SW, near 6th St SW.
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He's checking on a 63-year-old male, (name withheld). (Name withheld), he was to be in court this morning, and he did not show.
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He does have warrants for strangulation.
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He sent his parents a text message this morning telling them that he loves him, which is totally out of character.
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The caller for this, a welfare check, is his wife, (name withheld).
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She's advising that he has guns on all three levels of the home, including the garage.
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He also drives the Navy Blue Dodge pickup truck.
Police codes explained
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Welfare Check: Request to check on a person's well-being
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Location mentioned:
Near 6th St SW, Massillon, OH 44647
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