Crime
22-year-old Dayvon Comeaux died after shooting in Hartford led to a car crash
The victim’s two-year-old son, seated in the back, was unharmed in the incident.
A man was killed in a shooting that led to a car crash in Hartford on Monday evening, according to the city’s police department.
The victim’s two-year-old son, seated in the back, was unharmed in the incident.
The Hartford Police Department received reports of gunfire at approximately 4:18 p.m. near Pleasant Street and Main Street, just outside Dunkin’ Park stadium.
Upon arrival, officers found evidence of gunfire and a heavily damaged vehicle riddled with bullet holes.
According to an initial investigation, a white Honda Accord had stopped at a red light when another vehicle approached, firing multiple rounds before speeding away.
After the shooting, the Honda rolled backward, ultimately crashing into a nearby tree.
The driver, identified as 22-year-old Dayvon Comeaux of Hartford, was found unresponsive with gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
In a close call, the victim’s young son, seated in the back, was unharmed despite a bullet hole found just inches from his head.
The child was taken to Connecticut Children’s Medical Center as a precaution.
The suspect’s vehicle was located shortly afterward in Tolland. The Hartford Police Major Crimes and Crime Scene Divisions have taken over the investigation, marking Hartford’s 16th homicide of the year.
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.