Crime
32-year-old Markazsa Perry killed after a shooting in Southwest Fresno
A tragic shooting in Southwest Fresno has left a 32-year-old woman dead, prompting an active homicide investigation by the Fresno Police Department (FPD).
Authorities say the incident occurred shortly after 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday in the 700 block of East Samson Avenue.
When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered the victim, identified as Markazsa Perry, suffering from a gunshot wound to her upper body.
In addition to the victim, a nearby home sustained gunfire damage, though no other injuries were reported.
Emergency responders rushed Perry to a local hospital, but despite their efforts, she succumbed to her injuries.
FPD has classified the case as a homicide and is actively investigating. Preliminary evidence suggests that multiple individuals may have been involved in the shooting, though the exact circumstances remain unclear.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through Valley Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP.
The community remains on edge as police work to determine the motive and identify those responsible for this tragic loss of life.
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.