MIAMI COUNTY – On October 15 at 8:47 A.M., two male intruders wearing masks forced entry into a residence in the 7000 Block of Scarff Road in Bethel Township.
The homeowner confronted the suspects, discharging a firearm at them and their vehicle as they fled the scene.
Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspects were not struck by gunfire. The suspects fled in what was described as a shiny black colored four door sedan. A surveillance camera captured the suspects as they were making entry to the residence.
Detectives are continuing the investigation and are utilizing Flock cameras in an effort to identify the suspect vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Bonnie McMaken at 937-440-3987 or email at bmcmaken@miamicountyohio.gov. Anonymous tips can be left on the Sheriff’s Office website, www.miamicountyohio.gov/sheriff. Deputies will be increasing patrols in the area.
