Joseph Hauser, 30, of Mount Orab, Ohio, died on November 2, 2022, from a gunshot wound to the abdomen found in his backyard. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office reports a 9mm handgun was in his sweatshirt pocket and investigators believe the firearm discharged accidentally while in the pocket. Forensic testing is being done on the gun and Hauser’s cell phone as the investigation continues.

Hauser served in the US Marine Corps and enjoyed working on anything with a motor. He is survived by his fiancée, Cortney Spencer, his children Kinsley Hauser and Aubree Sampson, siblings and other family members. No arrests or suspects have been identified and no charges have been filed; authorities are treating the incident as accidental.

If anyone knew Joseph or saw him on November 2, 2022, contact the Brown County Sheriff’s Office with any information.