Two Suspects Arrested in Connection With Missing Man's Death in Ohio
Seth Rigdon, 32, was found dead in Hardin County after going missing on October 23rd.
A 32-year-old man from Kenton, Ohio, Seth Rigdon, was found dead in Hardin County following his report of being missing on October 23rd. The discovery of Rigdon’s body has led to the arrest of two individuals, Antonio Lennelle Smith and James Eugene Roton Jr., who are reportedly linked to the case. However, there is some dispute regarding the exact date of Rigdon’s body discovery and the specific charges against the suspects.
Rigdon was last seen on October 23rd, prompting a search for him that ended tragically just days later. His body was located in Hardin County, though the precise day of the discovery is contested. While some reports indicate it was on October 29th, others suggest a different date.
Smith, hailing from Columbus, and Roton, from Marion, have been taken into custody and are facing charges related to Rigdon’s death. According to reports, Roton is charged with Conspiracy, while Smith’s specific charge is less certain. Both suspects are currently being held at the Marion Multi County Jail.
The case highlights the swift action taken by local law enforcement following the disappearance of Rigdon, leading to the arrest of the two suspects within a week of the initial report. This underscores the importance of community vigilance and rapid response in solving such cases.
What We Know
- Seth Rigdon, 32, from Kenton, was reported missing on October 23rd. 1234
- Rigdon’s body was found in Hardin County. 123
- Antonio Lennelle Smith and James Eugene Roton Jr. were arrested in connection with Rigdon’s death. 23
- Roton is charged with Conspiracy. 23
- Both suspects are being held at Marion Multi County Jail. 23
What Remains Unclear
Verification report
Likely accurate — probability of truth 67%, weighted across 8 claims from 4 independent outlets.
- confirmed Seth Rigdon, a 32-year-old man from Kenton, was reported missing. (92%)
- confirmed Seth Rigdon was reported missing on October 23rd. (92%)
- likely Seth Rigdon's body was found in Hardin County. (84%)
- disputed Seth Rigdon's body was discovered on October 29th. (30%)
- disputed Antonio Lennelle Smith and James Eugene Roton Jr. were arrested for their suspected involvement in Seth Rigdon's death. (30%)
- likely Smith is from Columbus and Roton is from Marion. (70%)
- likely Roton faces Conspiracy charges. (70%)
- likely Both suspects are being held at Marion Multi County Jail. (70%)
Sources
- 10TV (Columbus) — 2 arrested after missing Hardin County man found dead
https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/2-arrested-missing-hardin-county-man-found-dead/530-01d1fcff-dadb-49b8-acd4-94f8d245e889 - WSYX (Columbus) — Two men arrested after missing Kenton man found dead in Hardin County
https://abc6onyourside.com/news/local/two-men-arrested-after-missing-kenton-man-found-dead-in-hardin-county-sheriffs-office-seth-rigdon-antonio-smith-james-roton-marion-columbus-rural-conspiracy - myfox28columbus.com (Franklin County) — Two men arrested after missing Kenton man found dead in Hardin County
https://myfox28columbus.com/news/local/two-men-arrested-after-missing-kenton-man-found-dead-in-hardin-county-sheriffs-office-seth-rigdon-antonio-smith-james-roton-marion-columbus-rural-conspiracy - NBC4 WCMH-TV (Columbus) — Body found in Hardin County, Columbus suspect one of two arrested
https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/central-ohio-news/body-found-in-hardin-county-columbus-suspect-one-of-two-arrested/