Kevin Smith, a 46-year-old man from Cincinnati, OH, tragically lost his life on December 5, 2020, after being shot in the East End neighborhood. The incident occurred around 7:40 p.m. in the 4300 block of Eastern Avenue. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Smith suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation led to the arrest of Amanda Marksberry, a 37-year-old woman
who was acquainted with Smith. Marksberry was charged with aggravated murder, felonious assault, and two counts of murder. She later pleaded guilty to a reduced charge of voluntary manslaughter and felonious assault, resulting in a 20-year prison sentence. The prosecution revealed that Smith and Marksberry had been arguing before the shooting, but did not disclose further details about the confrontation.
In a related case, Brandon Marksberry, Amanda's 22-year-old son, was charged with aggravated vehicular homicide in connection with a separate incident involving the death of Steven Adams, a bicycle rider and attorney. Brandon Marksberry was sentenced to six years in prison for the hit-and-run incident.
The tragic death of Kevin Smith marked the 88th homicide in Cincinnati in 2020, tying the record for the highest number of homicides in a single year. The Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit continues to investigate the case, urging anyone with information to come forward.
The loss of Kevin Smith has deeply affected his family and friends, who have expressed their grief and sorrow over his untimely death. Smith is survived by his parents, children, siblings, and nieces and nephews. The community has come together to support the family during this difficult time, offering condolences and memories of Smith.
