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Ohio AG Sues Bates Recycling Over Environmental Violations

10/23/2025

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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a complaint with Wood County Common Pleas Court against Bates Recycling in Cygnet, Ohio, alleging environmental-law violations related to illegal torch cutting.
The complaint seeks a temporary restraining order to halt operations and let the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency inspect the facility.
Owner Christopher Bates reportedly denied inspectors access and built a wall to obstruct views.
A hearing is scheduled for October 29.

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Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost filed a complaint with Wood County Common Pleas Court against Bates Recycling in Cygnet, Ohio, alleging environmental-law violations related to illegal torch cutting.
The complaint seeks a temporary restraining order to halt operations and let the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency inspect the facility.
Owner Christopher Bates reportedly denied inspectors access and built a wall to obstruct views.
A hearing is scheduled for October 29.