Crime
1 killed after shooting at Azalea Terrace on Fort Eisenhower, Suspect in custody
According to sources, the shooter has been apprehended, and injuries have been reported.
Fort Eisenhower, GA – A tragic shooting incident prompted a lockdown of Fort Eisenhower on Saturday morning, resulting in one fatality and the apprehension of the suspect.
The shooting occurred at approximately 7:50 a.m. within a family housing area on the base.
In immediate response to the incident, Maj. Gen. Ryan Janovic, commanding general of the Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Eisenhower, ordered the closure of all gates to ensure the safety of the base community.
“This morning, at approximately 7:50, I closed the gates of Fort Eisenhower in immediate response to a shooting incident that regrettably claimed the life of one person,” Janovic said. “The victim’s name or association will not be shared until proper next-of-kin notification is completed. The family deserves time and privacy to process this tragedy.”
The individual responsible for the shooting was taken into custody.
The lockdown was lifted, and the gates reopened at 9:45 a.m. While normal operations resumed, several activities were canceled in the aftermath of the incident.
The Department of Army Criminal Investigative Division is leading the investigation, working alongside state and federal authorities.
“All indications suggest this was an isolated incident, and there is no remaining threat to our community,” Janovic emphasized.
In a statement, Maj. Gen. Janovic highlighted the Army’s commitment to supporting those affected by the tragedy:
“Our focus at this time is providing support to the victim’s family and assistance to anyone impacted by this tragedy. The safety and well-being of our communities, of our soldiers and their families, remains my top priority.”
The Fort Eisenhower community is encouraged to respect the ongoing investigation, as no additional details are available at this time.
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.