Saturday, the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office issued the following:
“On Friday, September 12th, 2025, at approximately 20:29 hours, the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office received a call and responded to Graham High School, located at 7800 W. U.S. Route 36, Saint Paris, Ohio, following a report of an individual experiencing a mental health crisis. As a precaution, the ongoing football game was evacuated to ensure the safety and well-being of all attendees. Deputies promptly located the individual involved. The individual was transported for a mental health evaluation. At no time was there an immediate threat to the public. The evacuation was conducted solely out of an abundance of caution and in the interest of community safety. The Champaign County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to protecting the safety of all residents and visitors. We extend our gratitude to the public for their cooperation and understanding during this incident.”
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A local high school football game was evacuated Friday night after reports of a “dangerous” person in the area, according to the Champaign County Sheriff’s Office.
The Graham vs. Urbana game at Graham High School in St. Paris was stopped at halftime as deputies ordered fans to leave Dallas Stadium.
Graham Local Schools Superintendent Chad Lensman said the decision was made “out of precaution” in partnership with law enforcement.
Law enforcement searched the area but did not locate anyone, and no arrests were made.
The game will pick up Saturday morning with Urbana set to receive the ball to start the second half.
The incident remains under investigation, and no other details have been released.
