Heavily-tatted man, 40, jailed after stray gunfire from his property allegedly struck 2 shoppers at nearby Kroger

A 40-year-old Ohio man was arrested after stray gunfire from his property allegedly struck two shoppers at a nearby grocery store, according to police.

Authorities say Jayson Hall was firing shots from his property around 7:30 p.m. Friday when a stray bullet traveled into the lobby of a Kroger store in Maineville. The Hamilton Township Police Department reported that the single round hit two people inside the entrance area of the store.

Both victims were taken to local hospitals with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. Investigators also found a bullet hole in one of the store’s sliding glass doors. Police said the shooting appears to have been accidental.

Hall was taken into custody shortly after the incident. The situation forced the Kroger to close temporarily, and nearby streets were shut down while officers investigated.

In a statement posted on Facebook, police thanked other agencies that assisted at the scene.

“Thank you to all the assisting agencies that responded to help ensure everyone’s safety,” the department said. “Their quick response and support exemplify the teamwork among law enforcement agencies in our region. We also appreciate the patience and cooperation shown by members of the community while officers investigated the incident.”

Hall has been charged with two counts of assault, two counts of negligent assault, one count of inducing panic, and one count of improperly discharging a firearm. He is currently being held at the Warren County Jail.