Shooting at Sharon Woods Metro Park | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 17, 2026 · 1m

A tense standoff unfolded in Ohio after police responded to a sexual assault call and pursued a suspect into Sharon Woods Metro Park, where a deadly shooting erupted. The suspect, armed with a gun, confronted officers inside the park, leading to gunfire—though it’s unclear who fired first or how many shots were exchanged. Tragically, the suspect died, but no officers were injured. The park was evacuated safely, and multiple agencies, including the Ohio BCI, are now investigating both the assault and the shooting. Two separate investigations are underway as details continue to emerge. Listen…