Sheriff deputies will be out in force over July 4th weekend

Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn has announced that the Wood County Sheriff’s Office wi(I be conducting increased patrol from Thursday July 3, 2025 through Sunday, July 6.

The initiative is being funded by a  grant from the Ohio Traffic Safety Office.

Deputies will pay particular attention for violations, such as driving under the influence, failure to yield, and speeding; all of which are leading factors in fatal crashes. There will be zero tolerance for driving under the influence and seat belt violations.