A quiet stretch of State Avenue turned into a homicide scene early Monday when a 46-year-old man was found fatally stabbed in Cincinnati’s Lower Price Hill neighborhood, authorities said. First responders tried to save him, but he was pronounced dead where he was found in the 1900 block, and the Homicide Unit is now leading the case.
What police say
Investigators have identified the victim as 46-year-old Julian Clinton. Officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of State Avenue in the early-morning hours, where they found Clinton suffering from stab wounds. Cincinnati Fire crews immediately began life-saving efforts, but he did not survive and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to WLWT. The Cincinnati Police Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation.
How to help
Detectives are asking anyone who might know what happened to come forward. Information can be reported to the Cincinnati Police Homicide Unit at (513) 352-3542. Tipsters can also contact Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040, according to the Cincinnati Police Department. Investigators are especially interested in hearing from anyone who has video or other potential evidence from the area.
Lower Price Hill scene
The 1900 block of State Avenue cuts through Lower Price Hill, a neighborhood that mixes industrial sites with residential blocks just west of downtown Cincinnati. Officials have not shared any suspect information or possible motive, and the scene remains under active investigation, WLWT reported.
Next steps
The Homicide Unit is expected to release further details as the investigation moves forward. This story will be updated as authorities provide additional information.
