Gunfire tore through Cincinnati's Westwood neighborhood yesterday evening, leaving a man clinging to life after a shooting on the 5000 block of Glenway Avenue. He was rushed to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries as detectives launched an active investigation and a search for the gunman.
What police say
According to WCPO, officers were called to the 5000 block of Glenway Avenue around 5:45 p.m. yesterday after reports of shots fired. When crews arrived, they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. Police told the station the suspect is still on the loose and detectives are actively working the case.
Westwood context
This latest shooting adds to growing concern among Westwood residents about rising gun violence in the neighborhood. In June, a drive-by at Westwood Northern Boulevard and Beekman Street left a man fighting for his life and sparked renewed scrutiny of hot-spot policing efforts in the area.
How to help
Police are urging anyone with information about yesterday's shooting to contact District 3 or Crime Stoppers. The City of Cincinnati lists the District 3 station line at (513) 263-8300, the Cincinnati Police Department non-emergency line at (513) 765-1212, and Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040. Tips can be submitted anonymously and may help detectives move the investigation forward.
