Indiana Man Charged After Bathtub Burglary | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

A man from Indiana, Timothy Cole, is facing serious charges after allegedly breaking into two homes in Champaign County — one where a 90-year-old homeowner warned him she’d use a gun, and another where a realtor called for backup. When deputies arrived, Cole was found in a bathtub refusing to comply, leading to a violent confrontation where he reportedly tried to grab a detective’s weapon. Another officer had to intervene with a baton. Cole now faces multiple counts including burglary, assault on officers, and aggravated robbery — plus he stole his dad’s truck. His bond was set at $250,000…