Crime
1 injured in shooting outside McDonald’s in Meridian
A shooting took place in the parking lot of the McDonald’s on Bonita Drive in Meridian, Mississippi, with reports indicating that one person may have been injured in the incident.
Local law enforcement responded to calls of gunfire shortly after the shooting occurred, arriving at the McDonald’s location to secure the area and assess the situation.
Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence suggesting that a shooting had taken place in the parking lot and found one individual who appeared to have sustained injuries from the gunfire.
Emergency medical teams were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide immediate care to the injured person and transport them to a nearby hospital for further medical attention.
As the investigation unfolded, police cordoned off the parking lot and began gathering information from witnesses who were present at the time of the incident.
Authorities are also reviewing surveillance footage from the McDonald’s and surrounding businesses in an effort to identify any suspects involved and to understand the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
No details have been released yet about the victim’s condition, and police have not disclosed any information regarding potential suspects or motives.
The McDonald’s location has temporarily closed as investigators continue their work, and law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.
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.