A tense hostage scare inside a small Johnsville convenience store ended with a Morrow County man in handcuffs Saturday, after authorities say he tried to rob the shop and held two people inside. The incident at Marvin’s Village Market triggered a multi‑agency law enforcement response that ultimately brought the situation under control, officials said.
According to WBNS, the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as 43‑year‑old Todd Yarger. Deputies were called to Marvin’s Village Market in Johnsville last Saturday, Feb. 14, and sheriff’s officials told the station that when officers arrived, two people were being held inside the store.
Police response
Sheriff John Hinton told WBNS that authorities used "40mm foam batons, 40mm OC impact batons and bean bag rounds" to gain control of the scene at the market. Special Response Teams from Crawford County, Knox County and Mount Vernon assisted Morrow County deputies during the incident, the sheriff said.
Aftermath and custody
Authorities say the suspect was taken into custody and transported to a hospital for medical clearance before being booked. County jail records show he is being held at the Morrow County Correctional Facility on an aggravated‑robbery charge.
Where it happened
Marvin’s Village Market sits along State Route 314 in the small community of Johnsville, which is also known locally as Shauck. Local listings put the market at 7500 State Route 314, according to MapQuest, and the community is described on Wikipedia.
What officials are asking
Investigators have asked anyone who witnessed the incident or who has video from inside or outside the store to contact the Morrow County Sheriff’s Office. Local directories list the sheriff’s office and county jail at 101 Home Road in Mt. Gilead for tips and booking information.
