Sheriff’s Office investigating death of Grand Rapids Township man

The Wood County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of John D. Thomson, 72.

Thomson was found Sunday night in the 17000 block of Wapakoneta Road in Grand Rapids Township. 

Upon preliminary investigation, the death appears to be an accidental discharge of a firearm.

Wood County Sheriff’s Office deputies, along with Northwest 190 EMS and Grand Rapids Fire Department attempted lifesaving efforts upon their arrival. Northwest 190 EMS pronounced Thomson deceased.

An autopsy will be performed later this week by the Lucas County Coroner’s Office. The incident is still under investigation. 

The sheriff’s office is joined in the investigation by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Identification, and the Wood County Coroner’s Office.