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A juvenile was shot Tuesday afternoon on southbound Interstate 75 near the Western Hills Viaduct and Harrison Avenue exit, according to Cincinnati police. The child’s injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening. Police have not released a suspect description, and the investigation remains ongoing.
An I-75 shooting left a juvenile injured Tuesday afternoon on Cincinnati’s west side.
Cincinnati police responded just after 1:10 p.m. to reports of gunfire on southbound Interstate 75 near the 2.6 mile marker, close to the Harrison Avenue exit and the Western Hills Viaduct. Officers located a juvenile victim at the scene.
Police transported the child to a local hospital. Officials say the injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. The incident is being investigated as an I-75 shooting.
Location: Near Harrison Avenue and Western Hills Viaduct
The incident occurred along a heavily traveled stretch of southbound I-75 that connects downtown Cincinnati to western neighborhoods and major commuter routes.
The Harrison Avenue exit and Western Hills Viaduct area often sees steady midday traffic. As a result, investigators are likely reviewing roadway camera footage and seeking witnesses who may have been driving through the area around the time of the shooting.
No Suspect Description Released
At this time, Cincinnati police have not released a description of any suspect or vehicle connected to the Interstate 75 shooting.
Authorities also have not confirmed whether the juvenile was inside a vehicle at the time or whether the shooting stemmed from a road-related dispute or another incident.
The CPD investigation remains ongoing.
What We Know — and What We Don’t
Here is what officials have confirmed:
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The shooting occurred around 1:10–1:15 p.m. Tuesday.
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It happened on southbound I-75 near mile marker 2.6.
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A juvenile was transported to the hospital.
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Injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
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No suspect description has been released.
Police have not provided additional details about the circumstances surrounding the highway gunfire.
FAQs
Where did the I-75 shooting happen?
The shooting occurred on southbound Interstate 75 near the Harrison Avenue exit and the Western Hills Viaduct, around mile marker 2.6.
Is the juvenile expected to survive?
Police say the injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
Has anyone been arrested?
As of Tuesday afternoon, Cincinnati police have not announced any arrests or released a suspect description.
Was traffic shut down on I-75?
Police have not released full details on traffic impacts, though incidents along this corridor often cause temporary slowdowns.
This is a developing story. Information is based on statements from the Cincinnati Police Department and may be updated as new details become available.
