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Chaotic Scene Unfolds as Hundreds of Teens Clash at The Banks in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Chaos erupted at The Banks in Cincinnati on Sunday night as police responded to a gathering of over 300 teenagers at Smale Park. Reports of large groups of teens coming together began at 8:30 p.m., as per the Cincinnati Police Department. A video posted on the Cincinnati FOP Facebook page captured the tense scene as teens spilled into the street near the park and the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. In the …

Mother of Slain Cincinnati Man Struggles with Grief as Suspect Indicted

CINCINNATI, OHIO – Charlena Mitchner continues to grapple with the devastating loss of her son, Sylvester Lawson III, who tragically lost his life on Kirby Avenue a month ago. Lawson, 27, succumbed to his injuries despite efforts from police and EMS at the scene on February 26th. Lawson’s family has been deeply affected by his untimely death, with Mitchner expressing the daily struggle she faces in coping with the profound loss. Dontaevion Smith has been …

teenager released on parole from Ohio youth prison accused of killing two LGBTQ individuals in Toledo before committing suicide in Cincinnati, sparking criticism of state youth prison system leadership

CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Youth Services has come under scrutiny after releasing a teenage parolee, Jorenzo Phillips, who later was suspected of killing two individuals in Toledo before taking his own life in Cincinnati. This tragic turn of events has raised questions about the state’s juvenile justice system and its effectiveness in preventing violent outcomes. Former Indian River youth prison superintendent, Jim Darnell, has criticized the decisions made by the Ohio Department …

Cincinnati Police Officer Injured in Robbery Attempt Speaks Out After Attack

CINCINNATI, Ohio – A Cincinnati police officer who was injured while attempting to stop a robbery suspect has recently spoken out about the incident for the first time. Officer Benjamin Williamson suffered a broken kneecap as a result of the attack, but he has expressed that the pain is gradually improving. The incident occurred on January 28, when Williamson was unexpectedly injured while on duty. The suspect, identified as Antoine Walker, allegedly became aggressive during …

Two Teenagers Arrested in Connection with Violent Attacks in Downtown Cincinnati, Court Officials Reveal Motives

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with two violent attacks in downtown Cincinnati. The arrests were made in relation to at least one of the attacks, which occurred near the intersection of E. 6th and Walnut streets on January 23. In this incident, a group assaulted a man, stealing some of his belongings. The following day, another group of teens attacked a 15-year-old just one block away. Fortunately, neither victim sustained …

Avondale Murder Suspect Arrested: Cincinnati Police Make Break in Jan. 12 Shooting Case

CINCINNATI, Ohio – A suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a murder in Avondale. Redeemed Hardy, 57, was arrested by the Cincinnati Police Department on Monday for the fatal shooting of 45-year-old Damien Bonner on Jan. 12. Bonner was found dead with gunshot wounds on Reading Road, and the police received reports of gunshots in the area around 10 p.m. that night. The Homicide Unit of the Cincinnati Police Department is currently …