Butler County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting in Liberty Township; Suspect Transported to Hospital with Unknown Condition
The Butler County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred on May 4, 2024, around 11:15 am in Liberty Township. According to Sheriff Richard K. Jones, deputies were dispatched to an address on Hamilton Place for a welfare check, which resulted in the shooting.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a suspect who was subsequently involved in the shooting. The suspect was transported to UC Health West Chester Hospital, and their condition is currently unknown. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be released as more information becomes available.
Sheriff Jones has assured the public that the incident is being thoroughly investigated, and all necessary protocols are being followed. The officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation, which is standard procedure in such cases.
The Butler County Sheriff’s Office is working in conjunction with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) to gather all relevant facts and evidence surrounding the incident. The investigation is expected to be lengthy and thorough, with all aspects of the incident being examined.
The identity of the suspect and the officer involved in the shooting have not been released at this time. The Sheriff’s Office has urged the public to be patient and allow the investigation to unfold, promising to release more information as it becomes available.
The incident has raised concerns in the community, with many residents expressing interest in knowing more about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The Sheriff’s Office has assured the public that transparency and accountability are top priorities and that all relevant information will be shared in due time.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Butler County Sheriff’s Office is working diligently to ensure that all facts are gathered and that justice is served. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any information that may be relevant to the investigation.
As the investigation continues, the Butler County Sheriff’s Office is committed to keeping the public informed and ensuring that the community remains safe and secure. Further updates will be released as more information becomes available.
