On March 6, 2022, 27-year-old Richard Kelsay was tragically shot and killed outside his home on Sidney Road in Green Township, Cincinnati, OH. The incident occurred around 4:15 a.m., and Kelsay was pronounced dead at the scene. About an hour later, police were called to an address on Hillside Avenue for a possible overdose, which led to the arrest of 23-year-old Marc Henderson.
Henderson was charged with murder in connection with Kelsay's death.
The investigation revealed that Henderson had bought drugs from Kelsay earlier that evening and returned to Kelsay's home to purchase more. However, instead of buying more drugs, Henderson allegedly pulled out an AR-15 style rifle and shot Kelsay multiple times. Henderson then drove to Northside to meet David Francy, a 47-year-old man, and shot him as well. Henderson was arrested at his home on Hillside Avenue, where police found him wearing a bullet-proof vest with ammunition in plain sight.
Henderson claimed that he believed Kelsay and Francy had given him tainted drugs, which led to the murders. He was indicted on multiple counts of aggravated murder and murder and faced life in prison if convicted. The case highlighted the devastating consequences of drug use and the importance of addressing the underlying issues that contribute to such violent acts.
Richard Kelsay's death was a tragic loss for his family and friends, who remembered him as a kind-hearted individual with a big heart. His mother described him as someone who was always there for his friends and loved his children and animals. The community continues to mourn the loss of Kelsay and Francy, and the investigation into their deaths remains ongoing.
