Last night, Southern Ohio suffered a heartbreaking loss. Officer Matthew Juniper, originally from Nelsonville and serving with the Wellston Police Department, was tragically killed.

He was more than a badge—he was a protector, a neighbor, and a friend to so many. His service to the community will never be forgotten, and his sacrifice will forever be honored.

We here at Hocking Hills Tourist, along with countless others across Nelsonville, Wellston, and all of Southern Ohio, are mourning alongside his family, friends, and fellow officers. Our prayers are with them in this time of unimaginable pain.

We will be notifying everyone soon with a plan of action on how we can come together as a community to support his family in the days ahead.

https://www.thetelegramnews.com/articles/off-duty-wellston-police-officer-killed-in-crash-saturday-morning-in-wellston/

Rest easy, Officer Juniper. Your watch may have ended, but your impact on this community will live on. 💙🙏