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Police: 4 dead, 3 injured after shooting in Florence; suspect also dead
FLORENCE, Ky. — Five people are dead, including the suspect, and three others were hospitalized after a shooting overnight in northern Kentucky. Florence police officers responded to a home on Ridgecrest Drive in Florence, Kentucky, around 2:51 a.m. early Saturday morning after receiving several calls for reports of an active shooter inside the residence.
Top 7 Most Dangerous Cities in Kentucky for 2024: Stay Informed and Safe
Crime Statistics and Safety Tips in Kentucky’s Most Dangerous Cities. According to Southwest Journal, Kentucky has some most dangerous places to avoid. They examined 74 cities looking at the latest FBI crime data and found that both violent and property crimes are above the national average. So if you’re thinking of moving to Kentucky it’s wise to check out which areas to steer clear of to stay safe.
A 21st Century News! Men Convicted in 1978 Murder of Cincinnati Police Officer Denied Parole
Cincinnati, USA — The Hamilton County prosecutor revealed on Wednesday that the Ohio Parole Board has rejected the parole requests of two individuals who were found guilty of killing a Cincinnati police officer in 1978. For the previous 46 years, Russell Bell, 71, and Wayne Reed, 72, have been...
PD: Investigation underway after officer shot, killed person in Taylor Mill
Kentucky State Police are investigating in Taylor Mill after a police officer shot and killed someone Sunday, KSP public information officer David Jones said. The person shot was pronounced dead on scene, Lt. Justin Bradbury with the Covington Police Department said. Jones did not say what time the shooting happened...
1 dead, 5 hurt in multiple Cincinnati shootings overnight
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A 45-year-old man is dead and five other people are hurt in four shootings within hours of each other across Cincinnati overnight, police confirm. Police also have not said yet if they believe any of the shootings are connected. No arrests were announced. They also did not...
'I wasn't surprised': 7 shot, 1 killed in Cincinnati on the 4th of July in 5 shootings
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - It's been a violent start to the long Fourth of July weekend in Cincinnati, with seven people shot in five separate incidents. One of them was deadly and in a high-profile spot. It's just four blocks from TQL Stadium and two blocks from Washington Park. A lot...
45-year-old man shot and killed on Fourth of July
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A 45-year-old man shot and critically hurt in Over-the-Rhine on the Fourth of July is now Cincinnati’s latest homicide victim. Christian Pearson was found shot in the 1300 block of Walnut Street when they responded to a report of a shooting there at 5:48 p.m. Thursday, detectives said in a news release early Friday.
Man said shooting in cul-de-sac was self-defense. Judge called it 'vigilantism'
Sean Donovan said he acted in self-defense when he shot a man last year after a confrontation on a West Price Hill cul-de-sac. But at a bench trial in April, a judge found Donovan guilty of charges including felonious assault. ...
Housing Authority warns against Section 8 scams
The Housing Authority of Covington, which is responsible for managing Kenton County’s housing choice voucher, known more commonly as Section 8, program is warning voucher seekers against scammers posing as Section 8 help services. “A flyer has been circulating on social media advertising assistance with applying for Section 8...
Delhi UDF robbery suspect involved in identity theft at large
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Delhi Township police investigators say they have identified a man suspected of identity theft after items were purchased at UDF with a stolen credit card. Police said 44-year-old Matthew Rappold bought items at the Delhi Road UDF with a stolen card. Investigators discovered Rappold through another stolen...
Family of 39-year-old man killed in Hartwell offering reward for information
Alan Davis Holcomb's family held a memorial Friday where they announced they're offering a reward for any information that will lead to an arrest and conviction in the 39-year-old's murder.
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