Ron Welch
Muskingum County Prosecutor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office Participates in Walk a Mile in My Shoes; John Litle III Honored with 2026 Todd Bickle Award
(ZANESVILLE, OH)
Yesterday, members of the Muskingum County Prosecutor’s Office joined our community for Walk a Mile in My Shoes, standing together in support of survivors of domestic violence and the important work of Transitions.
This year’s event was especially meaningful for our office as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney John Litle III was honored as the 2026 recipient of the Domestic Violence Coalition Award in Memory of Todd Bickle.
John has dedicated 21 years to prosecuting criminal cases, including the last 12 years serving Muskingum County. His commitment to our community extends well beyond the courtroom through his service on the boards of Helen Purcell and the Muskingum Economic Opportunity Action Group.
Throughout his career, John has also been recognized for his commitment to service and advocacy, including being named Transitions’ Community Advocate of the Year in 2016 and receiving the Ohio Meritorious Assistant Prosecutor Award in 2025.
The Todd Bickle Award honors a legacy of service and recognizes individuals who have demonstrated a lasting commitment to our community. We are incredibly proud to see John recognized for the work he has done throughout his career.
Thank you to Transitions, the Domestic Violence Coalition, Genesis Healthcare System for sponsoring this year’s award ceremony, and everyone who participated in Walk a Mile in My Shoes.
Please join us in congratulating John on this well-deserved recognition.
Prosecutor Welch:
“John Litle is an outstanding prosecutor. John’s desire to make this community the safest place to live, work, and raise a family is second to none. The law-abiding citizens of Muskingum County are blessed to have someone with John’s intelligence, dedication, and determination protecting them from criminals.”
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