The employee killed in Wednesday’s workplace shooting at Carter Lumber in Mason, Ohio, has been identified as Vincent Stoetzel, a 29-year-old father of four whose death has prompted an outpouring of support from the community.
According to police and court records, Stoetzel was fatally shot inside the Carter Lumber manufacturing facility on Reading Road Wednesday afternoon. Authorities allege he sustained multiple gunshot wounds during the attack.
Investigators arrested 34-year-old David Cohen, who has been charged with murder in connection with the shooting. Cohen was arraigned Thursday and remains in the Warren County Jail. He is scheduled to appear in court again on Monday for a bond hearing and preliminary hearing.
Authorities have not publicly disclosed what may have led to the shooting, and no motive has been announced as the investigation continues.
In a statement released following the incident, Carter Lumber confirmed that one of its employees was killed in the workplace shooting and said the company is fully cooperating with law enforcement officials.
As family, friends, and coworkers mourn Stoetzel’s loss, they are remembering him as a devoted husband, loving father, mentor, and man of faith whose life centered on his family and helping others.
In the days following the tragedy, loved ones organized a GoFundMe campaign titled “Lifting up Maddie and Her Family in Love” to provide financial assistance to Stoetzel’s wife, Maddie, and their four children. The fundraiser has received an overwhelming response from the community, raising more than $50,000 from nearly 500 donors as of Friday.
Supporters say the donations reflect not only the community’s desire to ease the family’s financial burden but also the profound impact Stoetzel had on those around him. Messages accompanying the donations describe him as a compassionate friend, dedicated family man, and someone whose faith and kindness touched countless lives.
The investigation into the fatal workplace shooting remains active as Mason Police and prosecutors continue gathering evidence. Additional information is expected to be released as the case moves through the judicial process.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is encouraged to contact investigators.