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On February 27, 2015, Michael Rinehart, aged 31, was fatally shot while attempting to break into a home in Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred when Rinehart kicked down the door of a 71-year-old homeowner, Joseph Miklich. Upon breaking in, Rinehart was shot by Miklich, who then called 911 to report the shooting. Police found Rinehart deceased on the front porch.
Rinehart, who had a prior conviction for burglary, was considered a threat by the homeowner, leading to the use of lethal fo ...Read More
Rinehart, who had a prior conviction for burglary, was considered a threat by the homeowner, leading to the use of lethal fo ...Read More
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Michael Rinehart
March 28, 2022
Male
Caucasian / White
Columbus
OH
2015-02-27
31
Michael
Rinehart
11/24/2025
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