Michael Alan Amstutz, a 25-year-old man from Orrville, Ohio, tragically died on August 5, 2015, from multiple gunshot wounds. He was involved in an altercation with Larry "Casper" Finn, a 19-year-old man, over a woman while they were riding in a car together. The incident occurred around midnight at the intersection of Chippewa and Smucker roads in Green Township, Ohio.
Amstutz was taken to Aultman Orrville Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Following the incident, Wayne County Sheriff's deputies arrested Finn at a relative's home in Barberton, Ohio, within hours of the shooting. Finn was charged with Amstutz's murder. Another man was briefly taken into custody for questioning but was later released without charges.
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office, along with the Barberton Police Department and the Wayne County Coroner's Office, worked swiftly to bring Finn to justice. Sheriff Travis Hutchinson praised the collaborative efforts of all the officers involved in the case.
Amstutz's death was a tragic event that shook the community, and his family and friends continue to remember him fondly. He was known for his artistic talent as a tattoo artist and his free-spirited nature. His obituary described him as someone who enjoyed life to the fullest and expressed his creativity through his love for tattoo art.
The case brought attention to the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully and the devastating consequences that can arise from disputes. The swift arrest and charges against Finn highlighted the dedication of law enforcement to ensuring justice for victims and their families.
