ROSS COUNTY, Ohio — A call regarding a shooting in Ross County was found to be a hoax, officials said.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, a individual called the Huntington Township Fire Department saying someone had been shot.
The incident, deputies said, was unfounded and reportedly a prank.
Multiple deputies responded to a residence on Turner Road as well as the Huntington Township Fire Departemnt to investigate the reported shooting.
Authorities have yet to release the names of those involved and if charges of inducing panic will be filed.
This story reflects updated information provided by law enforcement.