A recent incident in Muncie, Indiana, involving a break-in and subsequent altercation has led to the arrest of Todd Ross, a 52-year-old man, on multiple felony charges.
The Break-In
Reports indicate that Ross forcibly entered his ex-partner’s residence, despite having been evicted approximately a month earlier. Upon returning home, the victim found Ross inside the house, prompting fear and confusion.
Altercation with Officers
When confronted by the victim, Ross allegedly brandished a large stick and made threatening statements. He prevented the victim from contacting emergency services and barricaded himself in a bedroom.
Police Intervention
Law enforcement officers arrived at the scene and attempted to negotiate with Ross. However, he continued to display aggressive behavior, leading to a confrontation. Ross, wielding the wooden rod, defied commands to surrender, prompting officers to deploy conducted energy weapons (CEWs).
Arrest and Charges
Despite attempts to subdue him, Ross resisted arrest and assaulted an officer. He was eventually subdued, taken into custody, and transported to a local hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the altercation. Following medical treatment, Ross was booked into the Delaware County Jail on several charges, including:
- Residential Entry
- Battery Against a Public Safety Official
- Intimidation with a Deadly Weapon
- Interference with the Reporting of a Crime
- Resisting Law Enforcement with a Deadly Weapon
- Disarming a Law Enforcement Officer
Legal Proceedings
While online court records have yet to be updated with an initial hearing date, Ross faces serious legal consequences for his actions.
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