Wednesday, Bellefontaine Police Lt. Rick Herring told News Center 7's Kate Bartley police got the first report on Monday and went to a local apartment complex to check on the family.
The boy told officers he wanted the tattoo, Herring said.
Police also said the tattoo artist is 16 and the boy's mom is recording the video of the procedure.
According to Ohio law, it is illegal to tattoo a child unless the parent gives consent.
But police say tattoos must be done in a safe and sanitary environment.
Logan County prosecutors are considering pursuing charges and Logan County Children Services is involved as well.
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