219: Unhinged Murder Plot Against The Hired Hitman | The Joe Rosebrook Case
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Why was Daniel Ott killed in 2006?
Daniel Ott was killed due to a case of mistaken identity. A hitman, hired by Joe Rosebrook to kill another man named Daniel Ott, entered the wrong home and murdered the innocent Daniel Ott.
What was the relationship between Joe Rosebrook and the Daniel Ott who was supposed to be killed?
Joe Rosebrook and the intended target, Daniel Ott (referred to as Dan), were involved in a criminal enterprise together. Joe trusted Dan and had previously worked with him in a chop-shop ring.
How did the hitman end up killing the wrong person?
The hitman, Chad South, asked Daniel Ott for his name while tying him up, indicating confusion. He knew the intended target, Dan, was older and different from the Daniel he encountered. The mistake was likely due to a lack of specific information or verification.
What was the motive behind Joe Rosebrook ordering a hit on Daniel Ott (Dan)?
Joe Rosebrook ordered a hit on Dan because Dan was a witness who was set to testify against Joe in an upcoming court case. Joe couldn't allow Dan to testify, so he hired a hitman to eliminate him.
What was the outcome of the trials for those involved in Daniel Ott's murder?
Joe Rosebrook was found guilty of conspiracy to commit aggravated murder, kidnapping, and other charges. Chad South, the hitman, was sentenced to 15 years to life. Mindy Stanifer, the getaway driver, received 18 years. Joe's brother Jeff was fined $1,000 plus court costs. Alva Jacobs was sentenced to 30 days in county jail.
How did the community of Burton Township, Ohio, react to Daniel Ott's murder?
The community was shocked and devastated by the murder, especially since Burton Township had not experienced a homicide in six years. The local police department was also criticized for not having a functioning 911 call recording system.
What was the role of Mindy Stanifer in the murder plot?
Mindy Stanifer was the getaway driver. She waited in a maroon Ford outside the house while Chad South carried out the murder. She later came forward with information about the crime, leading to the arrest of the conspirators.
What was the significance of the 911 call recording system not working at the time of the murder?
The malfunctioning 911 call recording system meant that there was no recording of the 911 call made by Marianne, Daniel Ott's girlfriend, after the murder. This lack of recording hindered the investigation and provided no immediate evidence from the call.
How did Daniel Ott (Dan) survive after being the target of a hit?
Dan survived two more attempted hits on his life after the initial murder of the wrong Daniel Ott. No one was ever caught or charged for these subsequent attempts, but it is widely believed that Joe Rosebrook was behind them.
What was the final fate of the criminal Daniel Ott (Dan)?
Dan continued his criminal activities even after surviving multiple hits. In 2019, he was sentenced to a year and a half for two counts of burglary. He died in prison before he could be paroled in January 2021.
- Daniel Ott was murdered in his home.
- He was a kind and well-liked individual with no apparent enemies.
- The murder appeared to be a professional hit, with no signs of forced entry or robbery.
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