A fatal incident on December 22, 2025, claimed the lives of Jordan Renae Chaffin, 30, and her husband Coty J. Chaffin, 32, whose deaths inside their Logan, Ohio residence have left Hocking County in shock. Police were dispatched to the Shady Oak Trailer Park on Ohio Avenue at approximately 10:55 a.m. after a welfare check was requested. Upon entering the home, officers discovered Coty in the living room and Jordan in the kitchen, both deceased.
Investigators recovered a 9mm handgun near Coty, and evidence pointed to a murder‑suicide: Coty fatally shot his wife before taking his own life. Their seven‑year‑old daughter was not present during the event, a small consolation amid the devastation. The violent nature of the incident has reverberated through Logan, particularly during the holiday season, when families traditionally gather in celebration.
The Chaffins had built their lives together in Logan, a community known for its scenic hills, slower pace of living, and strong neighborly bonds. Their home represented stability and family life, making the suddenness of their deaths especially difficult for residents to comprehend. In a town where mutual care and family safety are deeply valued, the tragedy has struck at the heart of collective identity.
The welfare check that led to the discovery underscores the vigilance of communities that look out for one another. First responders and detectives worked carefully to process the scene and interview relatives and acquaintances. Authorities emphasized that the tragedy was confined to the household, with no ongoing threat to the public, though the motivations remain under review.
While details about their education, careers, or personal interests have not been publicly shared, the impact of their passing is evident in the sorrow expressed by those who knew them. Their shared routines and responsibilities reflected the everyday devotion common in Hocking County families. Loved ones now focus on ensuring stability for their daughter, whose safety provides a measure of hope amid the loss.
In honoring Jordan and Coty Chaffin, Logan remembers lives bound together by family and home. Their story is a reminder of the fragility of time and the importance of care and understanding in moments of hardship. Their legacy endures through the daughter they cherished and the memories held by those who shared in their lives.