A man has been reported in critical condition following a shooting in the Lincoln Heights area yesterday night. The incident, which left Keith Heard with several gunshot wounds, occurred on Wayne Ave. near Behles Ave. around 9:30 p.m. Heard's current state remains tenuous as he receives intensive care at UC Medical Center.
Details regarding the circumstances of the shooting are still developing. According to a spokesperson for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, as FOX19 reported, deputies were dispatched to the 9600 block of Wayne Avenue after receiving a call concerning a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The law enforcement's response to the critical incident was swift despite having no suspects in custody.
Furthermore, deputies have yet to release any information about potential suspects or the motive behind the tragic occurrence. The Hamilton County Sheriff's Office is actively canvassing the area and conducting an ongoing investigation to uncover the chain of events leading up to the shooting.
The Sheriff’s office urges anyone with relevant information, whether small or insignificant, to contact them and assist in their inquiries. According to appeals published by WLWT and Local12, tips can be anonymously reported to Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040 or directly to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Tip Line at (513) 586-5533.
