Crime
13-Year-Old Arrested for Making Threat Against Moss Bluff Middle School
A 13-year-old student at Moss Bluff Middle School was arrested on Thursday, October 10th, after making threats of violence against the school.
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office received a call at approximately 8:45 AM regarding the threat.
During the investigation, it was determined that the suspect had made statements indicating their intent to “be the next school shooter.”
Detectives identified the suspect and, after further investigation, confirmed that the individual had indeed made the threatening statements.
The juvenile was taken into custody and booked into the Juvenile Detention Center on charges of terrorizing.
Detective William Vaughan of the Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office is leading the investigation into this incident.
The Calcasieu Parish School Board provided assistance to law enforcement during the investigation.
It is important to note that an arrest is merely an indication that probable cause exists to believe the suspect was involved in the alleged offense.
The individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
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.