Police Report Details 2019 Domestic Incident at Ohio Governor Candidate’s Home
A 2019 police report reveals details of a domestic dispute at the home of Ohio gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton.
BEXLEY, OHIO — Police responded to a domestic dispute at the home of Dr. Amy Acton in August 2019, according to a newly surfaced police report that details an incident where the current Democratic gubernatorial candidate pulled a mirror off the wall.
Acton, who served as director of Ohio’s Department of Health at the time and is now running for governor, “pulled a mirror off the wall, shattering the glass” when she “became upset” because she felt her husband “was antagonizing her,” according to the police report from Bexley police.
The incident occurred while Acton was serving as the state’s top health official during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic response.
Campaign Response
Acton’s campaign on Friday disputed and sought to clarify several aspects of the police report, though specific details of their response were not fully detailed in the available information.
This revelation comes as Acton seeks the Democratic nomination for Ohio governor, building on her public profile gained during her tenure leading the state’s health department response to the pandemic.
Background on Incident
Police in Bexley, a suburb of Columbus, responded to the reported domestic dispute at Acton’s residence in August 2019. The police report describes Acton becoming upset during what appeared to be a disagreement with her husband.
The incident occurred more than six years ago, before Acton gained widespread recognition for her role in Ohio’s early pandemic response and before she announced her candidacy for governor.
Political Implications
The police report surfaced as reported by NBC News’ Henry J. Gomez, bringing renewed scrutiny to Acton’s background as she campaigns for Ohio’s highest office.
Acton previously served as Ohio’s health director under Republican Governor Mike DeWine before stepping down from the position and later announcing her gubernatorial campaign as a Democrat.
The incident represents a potential challenge for Acton’s campaign as she works to build support among Democratic primary voters and position herself for a general election contest.
