North Ridgeville school employee indicted on charges of stalking and stealing from ex-boyfriend

Hannah Freeman, 27, was indicted on several charges, including menacing by stalking, burglary, and identity fraud.

Hannah Freeman, who works for North Ridgeville City Schools, has been charged by a grand jury in Cuyahoga County for allegedly stalking and stealing from her former partner.

Court records show the 27-year-old Freeman was indicted on the below charges:

  • Menacing by stalking
  • Burglary
  • Theft/aggravated theft
  • Identity fraud
  • Theft of drugs

Freeman is scheduled to be arraigned on Dec. 13 in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court. 

CASE BACKGROUND

3News obtained a report from the Westlake Police Department that says Freeman was arrested on Nov. 7 following two recent incidents with her ex-boyfriend. 

The incidents began on Nov. 6, when Westlake police say they responded to an apartment on Detroit Road for theft. 

Upon arriving at the scene, the victim told police that Freeman allegedly went into his car and stole two backpacks, which included two computers and his wallet. The estimated value of the stolen items was $1,100. 

In addition, the victim told police that his ex-girlfriend, identified as Freeman, would “frequent his place of work as well as his residence, causing stress and mental anguish.” 

The police report says that the victim called police again on Nov. 7 to report that Freeman had followed him to his job in Westlake and was sitting inside his vehicle. 

When officers arrived on the scene, they reportedly found Freeman in her vehicle. She allegedly told police the victim invited her there. 

Westlake police then arrested Freeman on a charge of menacing by stalking.

Investigators say they used Flock cameras to track Freeman’s vehicle at the victim’s place of work at least 33 times on 19 different days over the past 30 days.

Freeman was placed on administrative leave after North Ridgeville school officials learned of the situation. 

“This matter does not pertain directly to school activities, and as such, the district will not be issuing additional statements at this time,” said North Ridgeville City Schools in a statement on Nov. 12. “However, North Ridgeville City Schools is committed to cooperating fully with law enforcement as needed to support a thorough and fair resolution.”

You May Also Like

Zelenskyy accuses Russia of attempting to create a false sense of ceasefire amidst ongoing attacks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of not truly upholding the Easter…

Environmental issues pose challenges for Central Florida during Earth Day festivities

ORLANDO, Fla. – Facing significant environmental challenges, Central Florida, like many other…

Daytona Beach business hit by car, injuring 2 with 1 in critical condition

The news release stated that during a two-vehicle crash in Daytona Beach,…

Vigil in Orlando for Man Shot and Killed in Magic Mall Parking Lot

ORLANDO, Fla. – Dozens of family members gathered at the Magic Mall…

Police in Orlando fatally shoot man after confrontation in downtown area

ORLANDO, Fla. – A man was shot and killed early Sunday by…

“Florida State University to Resume Classes on Monday Following Tragic Campus Shooting”

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Classes and business operations are set to resume on…

Man from Broomfield convicted of killing his wife by pretending to be her former boyfriend

BROOMFIELD, Colo. — A Broomfield man has been found guilty of murdering…

Exploring the Meaning and Rituals of the Spectacular ‘Holy Fire’ Ceremony in Jerusalem

The ceremony, which goes back at least 1,200 years, is a sight…

Protesters against Trump gather at rallies in New York, Washington, and other cities nationwide

The protests come just two weeks after similar nationwide protests against the…

Orlando’s First Active Gaming Venue ‘Activate Orlando’ Now Open in Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando’s entertainment scene is leveling up this weekend with…

Over 420,000 portable wireless chargers recalled for fire risk

There have been six cases of minor burn injuries reported, while 51…

Miami-Dade sheriff halts school bus camera citation program due to errors in tickets

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla – Miami-Dade County has halted its school bus camera…