Tragic Shooting in Springfield Township: Woman Killed, Suspect Found Dead After Police Chase
SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio – A 33-year-old woman, Lacresha Black, was fatally shot early Monday morning at her home on Lincoln Avenue, prompting a swift response from local police. Authorities arrived at the scene shortly after 7 a.m. and discovered Black suffering from multiple gunshot wounds; she was pronounced dead at the scene.
In the aftermath of the incident, detectives identified 42-year-old Terea Brown as the suspected shooter. Brown allegedly fled the scene in a dark-colored 2014 Chevrolet Cruze prior to the arrival of first responders.
The situation escalated when Brown was located in Clinton County, Indiana, where she engaged in a police chase with Indiana State Police. During the pursuit, a gunshot was reportedly fired from inside her vehicle, followed by returning fire from the pursuing officers. Brown was subsequently pronounced deceased, though further details about the circumstances surrounding her death have yet to be confirmed.
As the investigation continues, Springfield Township police are urging anyone with information regarding either Black or Brown’s deaths to come forward. They can be contacted at 513-729-1300, or individuals with information specific to the incident in Indiana can reach the Indiana State Police Criminal Investigation Division at 765-567-2125.
This tragic event has left the Springfield community in shock as police work diligently to gather more information and provide answers surrounding this violent episode.
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