A grim discovery was made yesterday morning in Avondale as the body of 28-year-old Darius Fletcher was found behind an apartment building, with injuries indicating a fatal gunshot wound. According to WLWT, Cincinnati police were dispatched around 9:30 a.m. to the 3600 block of Alaska Avenue following a report of a body.
The Cincinnati Fire Department responded and confirmed that Fletcher was deceased upon their arrival. Having been found lying behind the building by first responders, it remains unclear how long Fletcher's body had been there before being discovered. Found with a gunshot wound, FOX19 explains that the immediate area was the setting of the said tragic incident, and the authorities have disclosed no suspect information.
The ongoing investigation is being handled by the Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit, as reported by WCPO. As Fletcher's death raises concerns within the community, the police have yet to state if any suspects have been identified or if any arrests have been made in connection with the shooting.
As the community reels from another act of violence that has snatched away a young life, Cincinnati police urge anyone who might hold details about the crime to come forward. Information that could help clarify this case and justice for Fletcher can be shared with the homicide unit by calling 513-352-3542. With information being sought by the police, the investigation into Fletcher's untimely demise continues, leaving unanswered questions in its wake.
