Neighbor threatens violence during welfare check incident


A man reported that his neighbor took his son without permission, bathed him, and then threatened to shoot the neighbor if he returned.
Audio|Source: Stark County Police
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Transcript:
They weren't very cooperative. You could be right. Welcome to your welfare check[1]. It'll be for (name withheld) at 621 Taggart Avenue Northeast. 621 Taggart Avenue Northeast. He called in, stating that his neighbor brought his son over to his home and gave him a bath. He also made several threats to shoot the neighbor if he comes inside his home again.
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[1]
welfare check: Check on wellbeing of individual
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Location mentioned:
Near Taggart Ave NE, Massillon, OH 44646
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