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Teen Faces Court as Community Seeks Justice in University of Cincinnati Student’s Fatal Car Theft Confrontation

HAMILTON COUNTY, Ohio — A tense legal battle unfolded as an 18-year-old stood before a judge in adult court for the first time, accused of the fatal shooting of a University of Cincinnati student during a car theft attempt in March. The defendant, who was a minor at the time of his arrest, pleaded not guilty through his attorney. The murder of 21-year-old Benjamin Addison, who was allegedly shot while confronting two individuals breaking into …

Tragic Overnight Shooting Near University of Cincinnati Claims Three Lives, Including Father and Son

Cincinnati, Ohio – In the early hours of Monday, a tragic shooting in Cincinnati’s Corryville neighborhood left three men dead and another person injured near the University of Cincinnati campus. Local authorities confirmed that the incident occurred around 2:50 a.m., leading to intensified concerns about community safety and gun violence in the area. The victims, identified by the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office, were Shawn McDaniel Sr., 44, his son Shawn McDaniel Jr., 22, and 21-year-old …

Tragic Overnight Shooting Near University of Cincinnati Claims Three Lives, Injures Two Others

Cincinnati, Ohio – A tragic shooting near the University of Cincinnati campus left three dead and two wounded early Monday, causing widespread alarm in the Corryville neighborhood where the violence erupted. Cincinnati police reported that the shooting occurred around 2:45 a.m., as patrolling officers were alerted by the sound of gunfire. According to Capt. Mark Burns of the Cincinnati Police Department, officers were nearby and heard multiple gunshots. “It was a significant amount of gunfire,” …

Tragic Early Morning Violence Near University of Cincinnati Claims Three Lives, Injures Two

CINCINNATI, Ohio — Early Monday morning, a shooting near the University of Cincinnati left three men dead and two injured, according to local authorities. The violence erupted around 2:50 a.m. at the intersection of Highland and East University avenues, which is situated less than a mile from the university campus. Captain Mark Burns of the Cincinnati Police Department relayed that officers on patrol were quick to respond after hearing gunshots. Upon arrival at the scene, …

Tragic Early Morning Violence Near University of Cincinnati Leaves Two Dead, Three Wounded

Cincinnati, Ohio — A deadly shooting occurred early Monday morning near the University of Cincinnati campus, resulting in five people shot and two confirmed dead, according to local police. The incident unfolded in the vicinity of Highland and East University avenues, sparking immediate police action and university alerts to students and staff. Authorities reported that they were alerted to the situation around 2:50 a.m. when patrolling officers heard gunshots. Upon arriving at the scene, they …

Police Officer Speaks Out After Being Attacked in Cincinnati Robbery Incident

CINCINNATI, Ohio – A Cincinnati police officer is speaking out for the first time after being attacked by a robbery suspect, leaving him with a broken kneecap. Officer Benjamin Williamson is on the road to recovery, but the incident has left a lasting impact. It’s been a little over two weeks since he was injured, and he is still feeling the pain, although it’s gradually getting better. On January 28, Williamson was not expecting to …

Arrests made in downtown Cincinnati violent attacks

CINCINNATI, OHIO – Police in Cincinnati have apprehended two teenagers believed to be involved in a pair of violent attacks in the downtown area. The suspects, a 14-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl, have been taken into custody in relation to at least one of the assaults. The first attack occurred on January 23 near the intersection of E. 6th and Walnut streets, where a group assaulted a man from behind, causing him to fall …