Frederick L. Peterson Jr., 68, a Yellow Springs psychologist and community leader, died from gunshot wounds after a shooting at a Livermore Street residence on January 10, 2025. A native of Ashtabula, he earned a doctorate in psychology and worked in clinical settings including the Department of Veteran Affairs and Wright‑Patterson Air Force Base Medical Center. He also taught at Ohio University and Wright State University’s School of Medicine and wrote on gender studies and trauma resolution.

Known locally for beekeeping, running and tai chi, he was remembered as a devoted husband to Deborah Dixon Peterson and a father and grandfather. Authorities found a victim with gunshot wounds at the scene; that person later died. No arrests or suspects have been disclosed and the investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone knew Dr. Peterson or has information about the shooting on Livermore Street, please come forward.