Crime
Father 54-year-old Daniel Davis shot and killed by son at Miami County home
Davis Jr. has been charged with Aggravated Murder and is currently held at the Miami County Jail.
The Miami County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a thorough investigation into a homicide that occurred on the evening of December 30, 2024, in Union Township. The incident took place in the 5000 block of Monroe Concord Road and resulted in the death of a local resident.
Deputies responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 6:54 p.m. Upon arriving at the scene, they discovered 54-year-old Daniel H. Davis suffering from a gunshot wound inflicted by a handgun.
Emergency medical services quickly transported Davis by medical helicopter to a hospital in Montgomery County. Despite efforts to save his life, Davis succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Preliminary findings indicate that the shooting occurred during a domestic argument between the victim and his son, 22-year-old Daniel H. Davis Jr., who also resides in Union Township.
Authorities allege that during the dispute, Davis Jr. shot his father and then surrendered to deputies at the scene without resistance.
Davis Jr. has been charged with Aggravated Murder and is currently held at the Miami County Jail.
The Miami County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the incident. Evidence is being collected, and the case will be presented to the Miami County Prosecutor’s Office for further review.
This tragic event underscores the serious consequences of domestic violence and the importance of addressing conflicts before they escalate. The Miami County Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone experiencing family disputes to seek help through available community resources.
Further updates on the investigation will be provided as they become available.
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.