A late-night disturbance inside a Westwood home ended with a woman shot in the foot and a 43-year-old man in handcuffs, according to Cincinnati police. The gunfire erupted on McHenry Avenue shortly after 10:30 p.m. Sunday. Officers say the woman’s injury is not life-threatening, a firearm was recovered inside the residence, and the suspect was taken to the Hamilton County Justice Center.
Police: Suspect Identified, Booked
Cincinnati police and court records identify the man in custody as 43-year-old Donte Graves, according to FOX19. He is booked on charges of felonious assault and having weapons while under disability. Court records cited in that report state Graves is barred from possessing firearms because of a prior felony conviction for aggravated robbery. Investigators say the victim told them Graves chased her with a gun and fired a single round that hit her foot. Police have also requested a temporary restraining order in the case.
What the Charges Mean
Under Ohio law, felonious assault covers causing or attempting to cause serious physical harm, or harming someone with a deadly weapon. The elements are spelled out in state statute, as summarized by Justia. The separate charge of “having weapons while under disability” makes it a felony for people who are legally barred from owning guns, such as convicted felons, to knowingly possess a firearm, according to the Ohio Revised Code. If prosecutors move forward, a judge will take up the charges, bond and any mandatory terms at upcoming hearings.
McHenry Avenue and Westwood Context
Sunday night’s shooting adds another incident to an already tense stretch of McHenry Avenue. In April, a separate shooting on the 3000 block was reported by WLWT. More broadly, Westwood has been in the spotlight this year after multiple high-profile shootings and ongoing police investigations, covered extensively by WCPO. Neighbors and local officials say the string of incidents has kept public safety front and center in the neighborhood.
Next Steps
FOX19 reports that Graves is scheduled to appear in Hamilton County court at 9 a.m. Monday, where prosecutors are expected to outline the charges and any bond conditions. Cincinnati police are asking anyone with information about the shooting to contact District 3 investigators. This story will be updated as new court filings or official police releases become available.
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