“There are many similarities to the two cases, but we have not made a connection at this point,” states Sheriff Grey. Detective Lance Crum has been assigned to be the lead investigator on the Fair case while Detective Doug Timmerman continues to investigate the Grube case. Detective Megan Baker and Ohio BCI&I agents will assist in both investigations as needed. Lt. Martin Emerine has been reassigned from the patrol division to the detective bureau to follow up on other cases that need investigative attention.
Mercer County Residents are urged to be alert, watch your neighbors' property and report suspicious activity. Suspicious activity should be reported to the Sheriff's Office Dispatch Number, 419-586-7724. Anonymous tips may be left on the sheriff's office website at www.mercercountysheriff.org or by calling the tip line at 567-890-TIPS (8477).
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