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New details about woman charged in fatal stabbing outside North Olmsted Giant Eagle
NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio (WOIO) – We’re learning more about the woman charged with fatally stabbing a three-year-old boy outside a Giant Eagle grocery store in North Olmsted on Monday. According to public records, Bionca Ellis, 32, of Cleveland has not had an extensive criminal history.
“There is nothing that shows that she has any violent tendencies,” said North Olmsted Detective Sergeant Matthew Beck.
On Tuesday, Ellis was charged with the aggravated murder of Julian Wood.
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Investigators say Ellis stabbed the boy and his mother with a kitchen knife in the parking lot of a Giant Eagle supermarket in North Olmsted. They say it appears to be a random attack.
Prior to that, court records show Ellis had been charged with theft at a North Olmsted Walmart in May of last year. Records show Ellis pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of unauthorized use of property and was given a six-month probation.
Judge Brian Hagan at Rocky River Municipal Court oversaw that case and told 19 Investigates that Ellis never completed her required theft education program ― thereby violating her probation. A warrant was then issued for her arrest.
“She was arrested on Thursday at Walmart,” said Detective Sergeant Beck. “A welfare check was done on her and she was found to have that warrant, so she was taken into custody and then she ― upon her release last week ― came back yesterday morning inquiring about some property of hers.”
Judge Hagan also said Ellis had no apparent history of mental health problems at the time ― something investigators now question.
“There is some mental health concerns that we have, but nothing concrete at this point,” said Detective Sergeant Beck.
Records show this past March, Ellis was also charged with criminal trespassing at a hotel in Kissimmee, Florida. According to the complaint, Ellis tried renting a room but didn’t have the funds. When the clerk at the front desk asked her to leave, she refused.
Officials confirm she was jailed for more than a month in Florida before being released. Other than that, Ellis appears to have nothing on her record but a number of traffic violations.
There is a Cleveland woman named Bionca Ellis on Facebook who claims to work at Cuyahoga County’s Department of Job & Family Services. Various people have begun posting derogatory remarks on her page ― making reference to her employment position. But 19 investigates contacted both Cuyahoga County and state officials who confirmed Ellis doesn’t work for job and family services and never has.
As for explaining why she did what she’s now accused of doing?
“There’s no indication as to why she committed this,” said Detective Sergeant Beck. “She wouldn’t speak about anything, she lawyered up.”
We tried contacting Ellis’ potential relatives to learn more about her, but haven’t heard back.
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Robert Alban
OBITUARY
Robert Alban, 81, of Painesville, passed away peacefully at home on December 23, 2024.Born on August 28, 1943, in East Cleveland, Ohio, Bob was the son of Henry and Phyllis (Hoffman) Alban. He grew up in Painesville, graduating from Harvey High School in 1961 before earning degrees in Mathematics and Civil Engineering from Cleveland State University and a Juris Doctor from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law.Bob built a distinguished career as a civil engineer, as well as a land surveyor and an attorney specializing in environmental law. He served as Sanitary Engineer for Lake County, Ohio, County Engineer for Hillsborough County, Florida, and City Engineer for Rocky River, Ohio, before retiring in 2002. He was a proud member of the Ohio Bar Association and the American Society of Civil Engineers.Bob was known for his quick wit and big heart, full of kindness, generosity and intellectual curiosity. As a young man, he loved the outdoors, from camping along Grand River to canoeing the Canadian boundary waters. An avid reader and lifelong learner, he inspired those around him with his love of knowledge.Bob’s family was his greatest source of joy. He is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Barbara (Hall) Alban; his children, John Alban of Leroy Township and Roberta Boyle (Brian) of Cromwell, Connecticut; his grandchildren, Ryan Boyle (Samantha), Jason Boyle, Juliet Alban, Sean Boyle, and Lila Alban; his great-granddaughter, Cecilia Alban; and his siblings, David Alban and Anne (Alban) Kaufer. He was preceded in death by his twin brother, William Alban.A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 1:00pm at Painesville United Methodist Church, 71 N. Park Place, Painesville, OH 44077. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Painesville United Methodist Church at the address above or online at pumconline.org/donations.
Henry Davis, age 45, passed away on December 27, 2024. Born on January 29, 1979, in Cleveland, Ohio, Henry was the cherished son of Elaine Cullum and Anthony McCoy, with Vincent Cullum and Levon Burnett, Sr., playing a significant role in his upbringing.
Henry was the beloved father of Tyson Davis and the dear brother of Anthony Davis, Chavone Burnett, Levon Burnett, Jr., and Deshaun Burnett. He was a treasured uncle to Zarria, Deshaun Jr., Makiya, Mykayla, Braylen, Kayson, Noah, Nehemiah, and Abrielle, and a proud great-uncle to Messiah. Henry was the loving companion of Danielle Ponyicky and the devoted pet dad of Luna.
Henry found joy in riding his motorcycle, spending time with his family, and bringing laughter to those around him. He will be deeply missed by his loved ones and all who knew him.
Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, January 5, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m., at Slone & Co. Life Celebration Center 3556 W. 130th St. Cleveland, OH 44111, where additional visitation will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. until time of Homegoing Service at 12 p.m.
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – A 26-year-old man was shot less than half a mile away from Ridge Park Square Saturday afternoon.
Police told 19 News that officers responded to the 6500 block of Flowerdale Avenue for a 26-year-old man with a gunshot wound.
EMS transported the man to the hospital.
The Cleveland Division of Police is still gathering information and the incident remains under investigation.
This is a developing story. Be sure to check back with 19 News for updates.
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