Police: Ohio Pastor Shot And Killed By Brother

Dayton, Ohio — Police say Ohio pastor, William B. Schooler, 70, was shot and killed by his brother while in his office at St. Peter’s Missionary Baptist Church Sunday.

Police say the pastor’s younger brother, Daniel Gregory Schooler, 68,  was arrested in connection with the shooting and will face a murder charge Monday. Schooler is being held at the Montgomery County Jail.

Witnesses say the shooting occurred while the choir was singing at the end of the service. The members of the congregation fled immediately from the building upon hearing the gun shots.

Family members say William Schooler had a history of mental illness which is believed to have played a role in the shooting. Police say he has also been convicted twice of assault with a deadly weapon and kidnapping a child.