The Cincinnati Police Department is currently in the midst of an investigation into a petty theft event that took place in the 7000 block of Reading Road. A social media update provided by the department gave details regarding the incident. According to a post on the official Cincinnati Police Department X account, a suspect was recorded on surveillance cameras taking food items from a local establishment and exiting without offering up the customary exchange payment.
D4 is investigating a Theft offense that occurred in the 7000 block of Reading Rd. The pictured suspect is seen taking food items and leaving the location without paying. He is seen leaving in the pictured vehicle. If you have any information, contact Det. Cronin at 513-569-8616. pic.twitter.com/nith9dW709
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) October 21, 2025
The surveillance images, as shared by the Cincinnati PD, show the suspect in the act of theft and subsequently leaving the premises in a vehicle of note. The department is actively seeking to gather more details and is calling on anyone with information to step up and contribute to the pursuit of justice. They have provided a line directly to Det. Cronin, who can be reached at 513-569-8616.
Acts like these often lead to a sense of unsettlement within neighborhoods, as residents start to more closely guard their own possessions and view strangers with increased scrutiny. The resolution of this case could help not just bring justice for the storeowner but also restore a degree of trust within the community. For updates on this story, the public is encouraged to follow the Cincinnati Police Department's official communications or reach out directly to the department.
