On December 12, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m. Darke County 911 received a call referencing a structure fire at 42 Little John Dr. in Sherwood Forest. Units from New Madison Fire, Greenville City Fire, Arcanum Rescue, and Darke County Deputies were dispatched to the scene. When deputies arrived on the scene they reported heavy smoke showing. Additional fire units from Arcanum, Greenville Township, Liberty Township, and Pitsburg were dispatched to the scene.

While crews were battling the fire a decedent was located inside the residence. Darke County Investigators, the Coroner’s Office, and State Fire Marshals were dispatched to the scene. 

At this time the fire remains under investigation.