Crime
2 Dead, 2 Injured after shooting during Baby Shower at Jaycee Hall in Hollywood
A shooting early Sunday morning at Jaycee Hall, located at 2930 Hollywood Boulevard, has left two people dead and two others hospitalized, according to the Hollywood Police Department.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 1:30 a.m. and discovered four individuals suffering from gunshot wounds at the scene.
One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, while the others were transported to Memorial Regional Hospital.
Tragically, a second victim succumbed to their injuries at the hospital.
Video footage from the scene showed CSI teams meticulously gathering evidence under flashlight illumination and placing evidence markers.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the shooting occurred following an altercation during what appeared to be a baby shower.
Authorities have identified several persons of interest but have yet to make any arrests.
Detectives believe the incident to be isolated, with no ongoing threat to the public.
The investigation remains active, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Hollywood Police Department at 954-764-4357 or 954-967-4567, or provide anonymous tips through Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-8477.
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.