Crime
Jonathan Layton killed in officer-involved shooting after made threats to harm coworkers
A fatal officer-involved shooting occurred on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024, in Lindale, Texas.
The incident began when a former employee, identified as Jonathan Layton, made threats to harm coworkers after being terminated from his job.
Law enforcement officers responded to the threat and located Layton at a residence on CR 4109.
When officers attempted to make contact with Layton, he pointed a handgun at them.
In response, an officer fired their weapon, incapacitating Layton.
Despite immediate medical attention, Layton was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The Texas Rangers have been called in to investigate the officer-involved shooting.
More information about the incident will be released as the investigation progresses.
Middletown, Ohio — Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal weekend shooting in Middletown as 49-year-old Christopher Bullock, according to the Butler County Coroner’s Office.
Officers with the Middletown Police Department responded around 12:00 p.m. Sunday to reports of gunfire in the area of Roosevelt Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers located two individuals who had sustained gunshot wounds.
Bullock was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A second victim was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. Officials have not released the condition of the surviving victim.
At this time, police have not announced any arrests or identified a suspect.
Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact Detective Kristi Hughes at 513-425-7733 or via email at kristi.hughes@cityofmiddletown.org. Tips may also be provided through police dispatch at 513-425-7701.
Detective Hughes is further urging residents in the area to review home or business security footage for any suspicious individuals or vehicles that may have been present around the time of the shooting. The investigation remains active and ongoing.