Tragic Shooting Near University of Cincinnati Leaves Three Dead

Five individuals were shot near the University of Cincinnati campus early Monday, leading to three fatalities. Two people were detained, one of whom was also injured. Cincinnati police discovered multiple firearms. The university issued a safety alert, and police presence remains heavy following the incident.


PTI | Cincinnati | Updated: 01-07-2024 17:22 IST | Created: 01-07-2024 17:22 IST
Tragic Shooting Near University of Cincinnati Leaves Three Dead
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Early Monday morning near the University of Cincinnati campus, a tragic shooting left three individuals dead and two others wounded, according to local police.

Authorities detained two people, including one of the wounded individuals, and recovered multiple firearms at the scene, Cincinnati police Capt. Mark Burns informed The Associated Press.

The university's public safety department initially alerted the community about the emergency on the social platform X, urging vigilance. An 'all clear' was later issued, confirming a continued heavy police presence.

Local news outlets reported that officers, already patrolling the area, heard numerous gunshots and discovered five men with gunshot wounds upon arrival.

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