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.
Authorities have identified the man fatally shot by officers during a police interaction in south Fargo on Wednesday, Nov. 13.
The victim has been named as 65-year-old Peter Greco, who was shot after exiting his home armed with a handgun following a prolonged conversation with police.
Incident Overview
According to the Fargo Police Department, officers were dispatched to Greco’s residence in the 6100 block of 61st Avenue South, located about half a mile south of Deer Creek Elementary School, at 10:12 a.m.
The call stemmed from concerns about Greco’s well-being, as he had reportedly expressed suicidal thoughts.
Officers Sgt. Lucas Mock and Officer Princeten Harris engaged in conversation with Greco for more than 30 minutes in an effort to de-escalate the situation.
Despite their efforts, Greco exited the home armed with a handgun. At this point, both officers fired their weapons, fatally striking him.
Emergency medical personnel and Fargo Fire Department units, already on scene due to the nature of the call, immediately rendered aid to Greco. Despite their efforts, Greco was pronounced dead at the scene.
Officer Backgrounds
The officers involved have been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of a use-of-force investigation by the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
Sgt. Lucas Mock
- Tenure: Joined Fargo Police Department in 2016 as a patrol officer.
- Promotions: Promoted to sergeant in November 2021.
- Roles: Day shift supervisor in the Neighborhood Services Division.
- Additional Duties:
- Commander of the department’s Crowd Management Team.
- Former member of the Red River Valley SWAT team for four years.
- Instructor in the Training and Development Unit.
Officer Princeten Harris
- Tenure: Recently graduated from Fargo Police Academy Class VII.
- Current Status: Completing the Police Training Officer program.
- Experience: On the force for 10 months at the time of the incident.
Community and Department Response
Fargo Police Chief Dave Zibolski emphasized the efforts made by officers to de-escalate the situation before the fatal shooting.
The department has committed to transparency as the investigation continues.
Next Steps
The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation is conducting a thorough review of the incident, including the officers’ actions and the circumstances leading to the use of force. Both officers will remain on administrative leave until the investigation concludes.
This incident underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in responding to mental health crises, and authorities are urging anyone struggling with suicidal thoughts to seek help by contacting local resources or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.