Crime
51-year-old Lillian Brown and 30-year-old Sabrina McCain found shot to death inside Park Forest home
Two unharmed children were also located inside the home.
Authorities in Park Forest are investigating the fatal shooting of two women inside a residence on Miami Street Thursday evening.
At approximately 6:08 p.m., Park Forest Police responded to a report of a gunshot victim at a home in the 300 block of Miami Street.
Upon arrival, officers forced entry into the residence and discovered two women unresponsive with apparent gunshot wounds.
Two unharmed children were also located inside the home.
The victims have been identified as 51-year-old Lillian K. Brown and 30-year-old Sabrina McCain.
Tragically, one woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim was transported to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The children found in the home were taken to area hospitals as a precaution and are reported to be unharmed.
Preliminary findings suggest the shooting was an isolated incident, with police indicating that the victims and the suspect were known to one another.
Authorities have not yet released any information regarding a possible motive or suspect.
The Park Forest Police Department Investigations Unit is actively pursuing leads to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be directed to the Park Forest Police Department Investigations Unit at (708) 748-1309.
The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more details become available. The Park Forest community is encouraged to remain vigilant and cooperate with law enforcement during this difficult 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.