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Timothy Sturgis

Death by Force
Case Description
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Timothy E. Sturgis, a 42-year-old man from Ashville, Ohio, died on September 3, 2014. His death was the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound during a standoff with law enforcement officers who were investigating a marijuana growing operation on his property. The incident occurred after authorities, using a helicopter, spotted the marijuana plants and approached Sturgis, who was armed with an assault rifle and a pistol. Despite attempts to persuade him to surrender, Sturgis refused to drop hi ...Read More
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  • The Columbus Dispatch: Ashville man kills self during pot farm raid
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    Victim Details

    Timothy E. Sturgis

    Male

    Ashville

    OH

    2014-09-03

    42

    Timothy

    Sturgis

    11/23/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I was going through some old case discussions and stumbled upon Timothy E. Sturgis's situation. It's... ...Read More
    09/30/2024
    What a tragic situation all around. My thoughts go out to Timothy Sturgis’ family and friends who ... ...Read More
    07/20/2024
    I can't stop thinking about the helicopter surveillance that led authorities to Timothy Sturgis' pro... ...Read More
    07/07/2024
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