The victim in yesterday morning’s shooting in Milan has been identified as Jonathan D. K. Smith, 37, Moores Hill, IN. Smith was shot at least one time at DJ’s Bar on Main Street in Milan. Smith was transported to the University of Cincinnati hospital. Smith’s condition is unknown at this time.
A manhunt is still underway for the suspect, William A. Russell, 43, Moores Hill, IN. Russell is described as being 6’ 1” and 185 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes. Russell was last seen wearing a black shirt with two zeroes on the front and back of the shirt in white print. He was wearing light colored cargo shorts and a black ball cap. He was also wearing light colored tennis shoes.
The Indiana State Police continues to seek the public’s help in locating Russell. Anyone with information on Russell’s location is encouraged to contact the Indiana State Police at (812)689-5000. Russell is still considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached by the public.
The Indiana State Police continues to be assisted by the Ripley County Sheriff’s Department and the Milan Police Department.
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