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Drone Helps Quickly Apprehend Suspect in Plain City
Union County Sheriff's Office used drone to locate and track suspect within 12 minutes of fleeing into woods
Mar. 26, 2026 at 3:00am
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The Union County Sheriff's Office apprehended a suspect, Jack Fox II, who fled into the woods near Plain City, Ohio on Tuesday morning. The sheriff's office was able to locate and track Fox using a drone, leading to his capture within just 12 minutes of his escape.
Why it matters
The use of drone technology allowed law enforcement to quickly respond to the suspect's flight and apprehend him, highlighting how emerging technologies can aid in effective policing and public safety. This incident also underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in dealing with suspects who attempt to evade capture.
The details
According to the sheriff's office, deputies were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on Fox, 57, of Bellefontaine, at a business in Plain City when he fled into nearby woods. The sheriff's office deployed a drone, which was able to locate Fox and track his movements until he was taken into custody just 12 minutes after his initial escape.
- On Tuesday morning, deputies attempted to serve an arrest warrant on Jack Fox II.
- Fox fled into the woods near Adams Road in Plain City.
- The Union County Sheriff's Office deployed a drone to locate and track Fox.
- Fox was apprehended by deputies within 12 minutes of fleeing into the woods.
The players
Union County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that apprehended the suspect using drone technology.
Jack Fox II
A 57-year-old man from Bellefontaine, Ohio who fled from deputies and was quickly captured with the help of a drone.
What’s next
The Union County Sheriff's Office will likely continue to evaluate the effectiveness of drone technology in assisting with law enforcement operations and apprehending suspects.
The takeaway
This incident demonstrates how emerging technologies like drones can enhance law enforcement's ability to quickly respond to and apprehend suspects, potentially improving public safety and the effectiveness of policing efforts.
