WARREN COUNTY — 2 people are in the hospital after an accidental shooting at a Kroger in Warren County on Friday night, according to Hamilton Township Police Chief Scott Hughes.
[DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]
The shooting was reported at the Kroger in the 5000 block of State Route 48 around 7:30 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers found two victims with minor injuries. They were hospitalized and are in stable condition.
TRENDING STORIES:
- Retired homicide detective recounts killings of 5 after man responsible dies in prison
- Man learns punishment for tying up, pistol-whipping man during robbery
- Over 130 animals seized from Dayton home
Hughes said a preliminary investigation indicates the victims were injured inside the lobby, or vestibule, area of the store.
The gunfire came from outside the store, likely from a nearby property
Hughes said the shooting was accidental and an arrest has been made.
The suspect’s identity was not immediately available.
The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation was requested to assist in this investigation, Hughes said.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) and several other area officers are on scene.
“When these types of incidents do occur, we come out in full force, and obviously, we will pursue this to the fullest extent until we make an apprehension,” Hughes said.
The department said there is no threat to the public.
Anyone with information on what happened is encouraged to contact the Hamilton Township Police Department or call Crime Stoppers.
News Center 7 will continue to follow this story.
[SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
©2026 Cox Media Group
