Crime
Kenwan Kilgore and Bre Shawn Malone killed after shooting on Post Plant Road in Gadsden County
The Gadsden County Sheriff’s Office (GCSO) is investigating a fatal shooting that left two men dead early Friday morning in the St. Hebron community.
Deputies responded to a report of gunfire in the 1700 block of Post Plant Road shortly after midnight.
Upon arrival, they discovered two men who had sustained fatal gunshot wounds.
The victims were identified as 20-year-old Kenwan Kilgore and 26-year-old Bre Shawn Malone, according to GCSO officials.
Authorities stated that while there is a person of interest in the case, no arrests have been made.
The circumstances leading to the deadly shooting remain unclear, and investigators are working to determine the motive behind the violence.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is assisting the sheriff’s office in the ongoing investigation.
Community members with information are urged to come forward by contacting the Gadsden County Sheriff’s Office at 850-627-9233 or submitting anonymous tips through Big Bend Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS (8477).
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.