COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio —

A shooting that resulted in the death of a man has been ruled justified as self-defense, according to a review by the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office.

Colerain police gave an update on the Aug. 16 shooting, saying, following an investigation, the shooting was ruled legally justified under Ohio law regarding self-defense. Advertisement

Police said an argument led to the shooting, resulting in the death of 42-year-old Matthew McDaniel.

Two men however are facing felony charges for tampering with evidence after attempting to hide firearms.

Police say an investigation determined Perez Crossty, 37, allegedly attempted to conceal his firearm following the incident. He has been charged with tampering with evidence. Crossty was originally named a suspect in a po

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