Crime
Murder-Suicide: Man shot his wife at Apple Rehab Cromwell center before turning the gun on himself
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
A devastating incident occurred at the Apple Rehab facility in Cromwell on Friday morning. A man fatally shot his wife, an 81-year-old resident, before turning the gun on himself.
Michael Landi, Apple Rehab’s vice president of operations, confirmed the tragic event.
The shooting took place at 11 a.m. in the victim’s private room, where there were no witnesses present.
Emergency services were immediately notified, and both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s name has not been publicly released.
Landi stated that there were no known threats or indications of violence prior to the incident.
The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
Apple Rehab is providing comprehensive support and counseling services to its staff and residents in the wake of this tragedy.
KinderCare, located next door to Apple Rehab, implemented a lockdown procedure as a precautionary measure.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.
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.