Thursday, April 9, 2020
WAPAKONETA, OH
As of April 9, 2020, the Auglaize County Health Department (ACHD), reports eight confirmed cases, two hospitalizations, and 1 death of COVID-19. The death was a 64 year-old-male who had been hospitalized for COVID-19.
The department will not release any identifiable information about the deceased patient to protect personal privacy and out of respect for his family.
“Auglaize County Health Department staff would like to express our deepest sympathies and we send our thoughts and prayers to his family,” stated Auglaize County Health Commissioner Oliver Fisher.
At this point it is vital to continue social distancing in order to prevent the spread of the virus and limit all non-essential activities.