Shooting Investigation Continues in Colerain Township: Police Searching for Suspect(s)

Cincinnati, Ohio – Police are continuing their search for the suspect or suspects involved in a shooting that resulted in two fatalities and one person critically injured outside of two businesses in Colerain Township on Thursday afternoon. The incident, which unfolded around 12:55 p.m., prompted a response from law enforcement to Popeyes and Walgreens on Colerain Avenue following reports of gunfire. Authorities confirmed that three individuals were shot, resulting in the deaths of two men, while the third victim remains in critical but stable condition. Colerain police have identified the deceased victims as Willie Deshawn Robinson and Rashan Robinson, both 36 years old.

The Colerain Township Board of Trustees expressed deep sorrow and indignation over the violent act that transpired in broad daylight, emphasizing that such tragedies have no place in the community. The board extended sympathy to the families and loved ones of the victims and voiced solidarity with the local police department in their efforts to apprehend those responsible. The shooting left two separate crime scenes along the bustling Colerain Avenue near Springdale Road, as individuals were gunned down inside an SUV parked in the Shell/Popeyes lot.

Eyewitnesses recounted harrowing details of the shooting, with one individual reporting hearing about 30 rounds being fired. The tragedy has left residents and patrons in the area deeply unsettled, prompting concerns about safety and security in an area frequented for shopping and dining. While police have not disclosed a motive for the attack, they believe it was a targeted incident. However, they have not released any description of the suspect or suspects. According to radio communications, authorities issued a BOLO for a white Chevy Malibu or Impala, driven by an individual carrying an assault rifle.

The violent episode has underscored the need for swift justice and heightened vigilance in the community. As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help bring closure to the victims’ families and ensure the safety of the neighborhood. The shooting has not only left a scar on the community but has also reignited conversations on gun violence prevention and public safety measures in the area. Despite the tragedy, residents are coming together in solidarity to support one another and stand against senseless acts of violence that have no place in their neighborhood.