Ohio police are looking into the disturbing possibility that the eight members of the Rhoden family, murdered “execution-style” in their homes Friday, were killed by a Mexican drug cartel.
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Since 200-plus marijuana plants, with a street value of about $500,000, were found at three of the four crime scenes, police believe this is an indication that the family was part of a drug operation, according to CBS News.
“A law enforcement source confirmed,” CBS wrote, “that investigators found some 200 marijuana plants. They were inside an indoor grow operation that was found in some of the homes where the eight members of the Rhoden family were executed.”
“Investigators are also looking at the possibility a Mexican drug cartel is behind the pre-planned execution of the family,” the story continued.
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Pike County Sheriff Charles Reader acknowledged that there is a “drug problem” in that area of Ohio.
But we ask a couple of questions: why did the weed remain untouched and why were three young children allowed to live? We’re sure the police are asking similar questions.
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine himself said the police have “no idea” about where these leads will take them and that there are “many different theories.”
Consequently, talk of jealousy over a demolition derby vehicle, threats after a road rage incident and Facebook threats are all receiving attention.
A family dispute, cartel activity and “revenge killing” are all on the table.