The following is a press release from the city of St Marys:

August 28, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

ST. MARYS - The City of St. Marys, in conjunction with the Ohio Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association, announce the return of Brian Christopher to the City of St. Marys Police Department as a Police Officer effective September 1, 2025.  The City has granted Ptl. Christopher’s request to return to the rank of Police Officer.  As a result, Sgt. Lucas Turpin will be promoted to Chief of Police and Ptl. Scott Buschur will be promoted to Police Sergeant.  

This has been a difficult and challenging time for everyone involved and we appreciate the patience of our community as we worked collaboratively to protect individuals’ rights, the integrity of the investigation, and to ensure due process.  All parties are proceeding forward with the mission of the Police Department to protect life, preserve property, and provide a safe environment for our residents and visitors to live, work, and visit through exceptional police services.