Marion man shot by police after firing at officers
Apr 13, 2025
MARION, Ohio (WCMH) -- A man was shot by police early Sunday morning after he allegedly fired at officers who were confronting him about a report of shots fired at a Marion restaurant, authorities said.
Jared Scheck, 30, of Marion, was identified by police as a suspect after shots were reportedl
y fired at OK Cafe on East Center Street, according to the Marion Police Department. Police tracked him to his home.
Scheck allegedly fired at officers when they approached him, police said. An officer returned fire, hitting Scheck multiple times.
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The man was taken to a hospital and was then flown to Columbus, according to police. He is expected to survive.
"We're thankful that no officers were injured during the incident, which serves as a reminder of the danger police officers face each and every day," Marion Police Chief Jay McDonald and Marion County Sheriff Matt Bayles said in a joint statement.
The Bureau of Criminal Investigation is investigating the shooting.
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