Chase Williams, an 18-year-old male from Fairfield, Ohio, died on November 17, 2022, after being shot in the neck during an altercation with a family member in the 5000 block of Planet Drive. Police say the confrontation began as an argument and that the person who called 911 reported Williams had a gun; during a struggle they grabbed the weapon and it accidentally discharged.

Authorities have identified the individuals involved but no arrests have been announced. The Fairfield Police Department says the case will be forwarded to the Butler County Prosecutor’s Office for review when the investigation is complete. The investigation remains active and additional details have not been released.

If anyone witnessed the incident or has information about what happened that night, the Fairfield Police Department would like to hear from you.