Crime
25-year-old Jacub Carver charged with murder in shooting death of 24-year-old Ronnie Rowe in Green Township
A fatal shooting on Thursday evening in Green Township, Ohio, has left one man dead and another facing murder charges, according to Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman.
Incident Details
The shooting occurred at approximately 7:45 p.m. on Disterdick Lane. Deputies and detectives arriving at the scene found the body of 24-year-old Ronnie L. Rowe of South Shore, Kentucky, behind the wheel of a Chevy Equinox riddled with multiple bullet holes.
Investigators determined that Rowe was fatally shot while seated in the vehicle. His body has been sent to the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office for an autopsy.
Suspect and Witness Located
Sheriff Thoroughman stated that detectives identified the shooter as 25-year-old Jacub Tyler Carver of Franklin Furnace, Ohio.
Carver was detained at the scene and later charged with one count of murder, a first-degree felony.
Detectives also learned that another male had been inside the Chevy Equinox during the shooting.
This individual fled the scene but was located minutes later walking along U.S. Route 52 in the Franklin Furnace area. He was detained and taken to the Sheriff’s Office for questioning.
Legal Proceedings and Investigation
Carver is currently being held on a $100,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in Portsmouth Municipal Court on Monday, November 18, 2024.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI) was called to assist with processing the crime scene. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Sheriff’s Statement
“This tragic incident is being thoroughly investigated to ensure justice for the victim and his family,” Sheriff Thoroughman stated.
Anyone with additional information related to the case is encouraged to contact the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.