Police Fatally Shoot Suspect at Talbert House Following Gunfire
Police fatally shot a suspect at Talbert House on Central Parkway after an exchange of gunfire, following reports of an active shooting. The suspect's motive is unknown, and several civilians were treated for minor injuries.

Dayton, OH, September 27, 2026 —
A suspect was fatally shot by police on Central Parkway at the Talbert House facility following an exchange of gunfire. The incident occurred after authorities received reports of an active shooting.
The suspect’s motive for the alleged active shooting has not yet been determined. Details regarding the specific circumstances of the exchange of gunfire, including the sequence of events and the number of shots fired by each party, have not been publicly released.
In addition to the fatality, the incident resulted in minor injuries to several civilians. These individuals received treatment for their injuries, the nature and severity of which were described as minor. The number of civilians treated was not specified.
Authorities have not released the identity of the suspect or the officers involved in the shooting. Investigations into the incident are expected to follow standard protocols for officer-involved shootings. The contractor’s name for Talbert House was not provided. Information regarding any permits or inspection outcomes related to the facility is also not available in the provided summary.
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