Crime
41-year-old Carlos Yarbrough killed in Lonsdale shooting
UPDATE: The victim of the shooting that happened late Tuesday night in the area of Minnesota Avenue and Pascal Drive has been identified as Carlos Yarbrough, 41 of Knoxville.
He was also known as Carlos Cortez.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
Knoxville Police Department Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a deadly shooting that happened late Tuesday night in northwest Knoxville.
At around 10:15 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, KPD officers responded to a parking lot in the area of Minnesota Avenue and Pascal Drive to investigate a reported shooting.
Officers arrived on scene and found a 41-year-old man who had been shot at least one time.
The victim was transported to the UT Medical Center emergency room, where he died as a result of his injuries.
KPD Homicide Unit detectives and crime scene technicians responded to the scene.
At this time, no suspects have been arrested or charged, and the investigation remains in the early stages.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to contact East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers at 865-215-7165. Tipsters can remain anonymous and be eligible to receive a cash reward.
Crime
33-year-old Shawn Egner killed in Hamilton shooting
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
HAMILTON, OH — The Hamilton Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Tuesday morning, leaving 33-year-old Shawn Egner dead.
Police responded to reports of shots fired around 5:45 a.m. in the 1100 block of Clovernook Drive, located off Southern Hills Lane near Hamilton Cleves Pike Road (Ohio 128).
Upon arrival, officers discovered Egner suffering from gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to initial emergency communications, Egner was allegedly shot during an altercation involving two adults.
The other individual involved remained at the scene and is currently cooperating with detectives.
Police initially reported that the suspect may have fled in a purple Honda Civic, but further investigation has clarified that no additional suspects are being sought at this time.
Hamilton Police Spokesman Sgt. Brian Ungerbuehler stated that while detectives are interviewing the person involved in the altercation, no charges have been filed.
The decision regarding potential charges will be made in consultation with the Butler County Prosecutor’s Office as the investigation progresses.
Officers blocked off Southern Hills Lane at Hamilton Cleves Pike Road for several hours to process the scene, gather evidence, and interview witnesses.
The motive behind the altercation that led to Egner’s death remains under investigation, and police have not released further details about what may have caused the confrontation.
“This investigation is still in its early stages,” said Sgt. Ungerbuehler. “We are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this tragic outcome.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact Detective Ruhl at 513-868-5811, ext. 1271. Tips can remain anonymous.
The Hamilton Police Department will provide additional updates as more information becomes available.