officer-involved-shooting · Harrison County, Ohio

What happened after the Harrison County traffic stop turned into a shootout and manhunt?

What happened?

After a traffic stop in Harrison County, Ohio, on March 30, 2026, escalated into a shootout and an hours-long manhunt, suspect Michael W. Decker, 53, died from injuries sustained in an officer-involved shooting, with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) launching an investigation into the incident.

Final outcome verified

Last checked: Jun 13, 2026
Sources: The Intelligencer; WJER Radio 100.9FM & 1450AM; River News Network; Your Ohio News

Timeline

  1. Mark Touville assumed the position of Harrison County Sheriff.

  2. The incident began with a traffic stop near Eslick Road, escalating into a shootout, chase, and manhunt for Michael W. Decker. Criminal charges were drafted against Decker on this date.

  3. Michael W. Decker died after a third officer-involved shooting during an attempted arrest, concluding the manhunt. BCI Special Agent Joe Lamping submitted 19 evidence items to the BCI laboratory.

  4. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) investigation into the officer-involved shootings was ongoing.

  5. Sheriff Mark Touville appeared before county commissioners to seek approval for the annual "Light Ohio Blue" campaign.

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