Four Suspects Arrested in Attempted Car Theft, High-Speed Chase in Ashland
Joe Lyons •
December 4, 2024
Four Suspects Arrested in Attempted Car Theft, High-Speed Chase in Ashland
Ashland, OH — Four suspects were apprehended early Monday, December 2, 2024, after an attempted vehicle theft at Bill Harris Dealership turned into a high-speed chase and foot pursuit. The incident culminated in the arrest of three adults and one juvenile following a coordinated search involving drones and multiple law enforcement agencies.
The chase began when the suspects attempted to steal a 2019 Jeep from the Bill Harris Dealership and fled the scene in a vehicle reported stolen from another jurisdiction. After crashing at US Route 42 and State Route 603, they fled on foot into a wooded area. Law enforcement agencies, including the Ohio Highway Patrol, Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, and Ashland Police Division, established a perimeter and deployed the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team to locate the suspects.
Court Proceedings and Charges
On Wednesday, three of the suspects appeared via video for bond hearings in Ashland County Common Pleas Court, facing felony charges.
Julien James (2040 Brussels St., Toledo, OH)
Count 1: Breaking and Entering (F5)
Count 2: Attempt to Commit an Offense—Grand Theft (F5)
Prosecutors requested a $25,000 bond with conditions including electronic monitoring, travel restrictions to Ohio, and 10% cash deposit. James was identified as a Toledo resident with a prior juvenile record, including aggravated assault/riot charges in 2022.
Taeshawn Greene (516 Nettler St., Toledo, OH)
Count 1: Breaking and Entering (F5)
Count 2: Attempt to Commit an Offense—Grand Theft (F5)
Prosecutors recommended a $50,000 surety bond due to Greene’s criminal history, including convictions for receiving stolen property and attempted felony theft as recently as October 2024. Greene was also flagged as a suspect in other vehicle thefts across jurisdictions.
Devin Rohn (519 Mettler St., Toledo, OH)
Count 1: Breaking and Entering (F5)
Count 2: Attempt to Commit an Offense—Grand Theft (F5)
Rohn faces similar charges and a $25,000 bond recommendation with monitoring and travel restrictions. Authorities cited Rohn’s connection to the other suspects and involvement in other investigations.
Juvenile Suspect
The fourth suspect, a juvenile, has not been publicly identified or charged in adult court.
Prosecutors Highlight Broader Criminal Activity
According to Ashland County Prosecuting Attorney Christopher R. Tunnell, the suspects are believed to be involved in a broader series of vehicle thefts across Ohio. The case highlights the importance of inter-agency cooperation and advanced tools like drones in apprehending suspects quickly and safely.
Community Concerns and Pending Updates
The Ashland Police Division declined to provide details, stating a press release would follow. However, no statement has been released as of yet. Court records have revealed preliminary information about three of the suspects, all adults, who appeared for a bond hearing via video on Wednesday.
The investigation remains active, and further updates are anticipated as additional evidence is released.
