Todd Weiland, a 58-year-old resident of Newark, Ohio, was fatally shot late on December 28, 2023, in an incident that occurred in Licking Township. Emergency responders arrived at the scene on Jacksontown Road shortly before midnight and found Weiland suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite immediate medical attention and CPR efforts by deputies and fire department personnel, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Following the shooting, law enforcement conducted interviews with witnesses present at the location. This led to the arrest of Richard Kreager, a 41-year-old man from Columbus. Kreager faces charges for receiving stolen property and possessing weapons while under disability. The authorities indicated that they would consult with the Licking County Prosecutor’s Office regarding potential additional charges against Kreager. The sheriff's office emphasized that the shooting was an isolated incident and reassured the community that there was no ongoing threat.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Weiland's death is ongoing, with law enforcement seeking further details to clarify the events leading up to the shooting.
