ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A stunning turn of events has occurred in the case involving Jara Newman, who has been charged with felonious assault in connection with an explosion at her residence that left her live-in boyfriend, Eric Vanover, on life support. Vanover’s family has made the heart-wrenching decision to keep him on life support to preserve his organs for donation.
The incident unfolded on Sunday night when deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a vehicle explosion at Newman’s home on Bull Creek Road. Eric Vanover was found unresponsive in the yard, with firefighters battling a nearby vehicle blaze. Vanover had sustained a gunshot wound, initially attributed to the explosion but later identified as a gunshot entrance wound, raising suspicions of foul play.
Newman’s account of the events was met with skepticism as investigators uncovered discrepancies in her story. One of the witnesses disclosed seeing Newman gathering potentially valuable items from the residence, which intensified the investigation.
During questioning, Newman confessed to possibly firing a weapon through a window, deepening suspicions that the vehicle explosion may have been a cover-up for a violent shooting incident. As a result, she has been arrested and charged with felonious assault, with additional charges expected as the investigation continues.
The shocking turn of events has sent shockwaves through the tight-knit Ross County community, leaving many wondering about the nature of the altercation and what could have driven Newman to resort to extreme measures to conceal the true circumstances.
In a heartbreaking twist, Eric Vanover’s family, facing the unexpected loss of their loved one, has decided to keep him on life support to facilitate organ donation, demonstrating their commitment to helping others in the face of tragedy. Eric leaves behind four children, all of whom have already lost their mothers.
For those who wish to support the family, donations can be made through a GoFundMe.
