BEAVER, Ohio — A 56-year-old Chillicothe man was shot by Pike County sheriff’s deputies Wednesday afternoon after authorities say he opened fire on deputies during a foot pursuit in Beaver.
According to a news release from Pike County Sheriff Tracy D. Evans, deputies were dispatched around 2:22 p.m. Wednesday, November 11, 2026, following a reported theft involving a stolen driver’s license.
The suspect was identified as Anthony D. Umphries, 56, of Chillicothe.
Deputies responded to the 1400 block of State Route 335 near Walker Ridge Road, where Umphries was believed to be staying. Authorities had warned deputies that Umphries was considered armed and dangerous.
Dispatch also advised deputies that Umphries had active warrants through the Ross County Sheriff’s Office for aggravated robbery, drug abuse and possession of drugs.
Deputies located Umphries inside an abandoned vehicle parked just off the roadway. When they approached, authorities say he fled on foot into a wooded area.
During the pursuit, Umphries allegedly turned toward deputies and began firing shots at them. Deputies returned fire, striking Umphries.
No deputies were injured during the shooting.
Umphries was taken into custody and transported by medical helicopter to Grant Medical Center in Columbus for treatment.
Sheriff Evans requested the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation to investigate the officer-involved shooting.
The investigation remains ongoing.
