GROVE CITY, OHIO – October 8, 2025 — A tense barricade situation in Grove City ended in gunfire Wednesday night when a suspect fled on foot, leading to a deadly confrontation with police. According to Lt. Jason Stern of the Grove City Division of Police, a police officer was shot during the chase, and the suspect was fatally wounded at the scene.
The officer, whose identity has not been released, was transported to a nearby hospital and is listed in stable condition. No other injuries were reported.
Timeline of Events
The incident began earlier in the evening when officers responded to a call involving a barricaded individual. Details regarding the initial reason for the police presence have not been made public, but the situation escalated when the suspect refused to cooperate and remained inside a structure for an extended period.
At some point during the standoff, the suspect exited the premises and attempted to flee on foot. Officers pursued, leading to an armed confrontation. It was during this pursuit that the officer was struck by gunfire. Police returned fire, killing the suspect.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have not released the name of the suspect, pending notification of next of kin. Investigators remain on the scene as part of a comprehensive review of the shooting, including the collection of body-worn camera footage, physical evidence, and witness interviews.
Lt. Stern confirmed that the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) has been called in to lead the investigation, per standard protocol in officer-involved shootings.
“Our thoughts are with our injured officer and their family,” Stern said. “We are thankful the officer is in stable condition and we appreciate the outpouring of support from the community.”
Community Reaction and Next Steps
The Grove City Police Department has requested patience from the public as the investigation continues. A press briefing is expected in the coming days with more details.
This marks the latest in a string of high-risk law enforcement incidents across the state, reigniting conversations about officer safety and use-of-force policies during barricade and pursuit situations.
Officials have not confirmed whether the suspect was armed during the initial standoff or how many shots were fired during the exchange. Autopsy and ballistic reports are pending.
More updates will be provided as information becomes available.