OCT 1 MEDIA RELEASE__The Hardin County Central Dispatch Center received a 911 call on October 1, 2025 at 00:03 hours regarding a stabbing incident in Mount Victory, Ohio.  

Responding Sheriff deputies arrived to find James Collins, 48, of Mount Victory in the street suffering from several stab wounds. Mr. Collins was treated by EMTs with Southeast Hardin Northwest Union Fire Department and he was transported to Hardin Memorial Hospital where he died from his injuries a short time later. 

Suspect Andrew McCafferty, 46, of Mount Victory was taken into custody and charges are pending in connection with this incident. 

Assisting at the scene were Southeast Hardin Northwest Union Fire Department, Hardin County Prosecutor, Hardin County Coroner, and Route 31 Towing.

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