Crime
6 injured in shooting near West Indian Jouvert parade celebration in New York City
The NYPD is searching for a male suspect in his 20s.
Gunfire erupted during Brooklyn’s vibrant West Indian Day Parade on Monday, leaving six people injured, two critically. The incident occurred around 2:35 pm along the parade route at 307 Eastern Pkwy. in Crown Heights.
Authorities believe a single gunman intentionally fired into a crowd of spectators lining the sidewalk. One victim suffered a head wound, another was shot in the arm, and a third in the torso. An additional man and woman were also struck – the woman in the shoulder. Two of the victims are in critical condition.
“This was a deliberate act targeting a group, not a random shooting,” stated NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell. While police believe the shooter had a specific target, the investigation is ongoing to identify them.
Chief Chell confirmed the shooting occurred “on the concrete divider between the service road and the parade route,” where thousands were gathered.
The NYPD is searching for a male suspect in his 20s and is urging anyone with video footage of the incident to come forward.
This tragedy marred an otherwise joyous celebration of Brooklyn’s rich cultural heritage. Despite increased security measures implemented to prevent violence, this incident underscores the ongoing challenge of gun violence in our communities.
If you have any information about the shooting or the suspect’s whereabouts, contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 800-577-TIPS (Spanish: 888-57-PISTA). Tips can also be submitted online at crimestoppers.nypdonline.org or on X (formerly Twitter) @NYPDTips.
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.