Woman killed in apparent Tipp City home burglary

Husband and children unharmed, police searching for suspects

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

A 37-year-old woman was killed in an apparent burglary at her home in Tipp City, Ohio early Monday morning. The victim's husband and two children were inside the home but unharmed. Police have established a perimeter and are searching for suspects with K-9 units and a drone, but no one has been located yet.

Why it matters

Home invasions and burglaries are a serious concern for many communities, as they can lead to violent confrontations and traumatic experiences for victims and their families. This incident has shaken the Tipp City neighborhood and raised questions about home security and police response times.

The details

Police responded to a report of a burglary in progress around 2:30 a.m. on Cunningham Court in Tipp City. They found the 37-year-old female victim dead inside the home. Her husband and two children were also present but unharmed. Investigators from the Tipp City Police Department and Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation are processing the scene and continuing the investigation.

  • The incident occurred around 2:31 a.m. on February 16, 2026.

The players

Ashley Flynn

A 37-year-old woman who was killed in the apparent burglary.

Tipp City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation

The state-level law enforcement agency assisting with the investigation.

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What’s next

The investigation is ongoing as police search for suspects and process the crime scene.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for continued vigilance and security measures to protect families in their homes, as well as the importance of a swift and thorough law enforcement response to home invasion reports.