Ryan Alan Larison, a 34-year-old man from New Richmond, Ohio, tragically passed away on July 14, 2022. He was found dead in his home alongside his father, Rusty Larison, 59, under circumstances that initially left the cause of death unknown. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots and discovering the bodies early that morning. The family believes the deaths were the result of a break-in, as they heard gunshots before finding the bodies.
The investigation into Ryan and Rusty Larison's deaths
led to multiple arrests. Several teenagers, including an 18-year-old and a 20-year-old, were charged with their murders. Christian Montgomery, 17 at the time of the crime, was found guilty of aggravated murder, aggravated robbery, aggravated burglary, and tampering with evidence. He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 66 years. Other teenagers, aged 16 and 17, were also charged with various counts related to the murders.
Dakota Pfeiffer, 20, was charged with tampering with evidence and later with aggravated murder for his involvement in the crime. He admitted to removing items from the scene to help cover up the crime. Anthony Montgomery, 18, was charged with tampering with evidence and later faced additional charges.
The case has been a significant focus for the Clermont County Sheriff's Office, which conducted a thorough investigation to bring those responsible to justice. The community has been deeply affected by the loss of Ryan and Rusty Larison, who were well-known and loved in their neighborhood.
The investigation and subsequent legal proceedings have been ongoing, with the hope of providing closure to the Larison family and ensuring justice for Ryan and his father.
