Eric Shields, a 16-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on August 14, 2019, in Cincinnati, OH. He was found shot in the West End neighborhood around 11:15 p.m. on that Saturday night. First responders took him to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Shields was a newly enrolled student at DePaul Cristo Rey High School, where he had transferred to start his junior year.
His family described him as a kind and goal-oriented young man who aspired to become an engineer.
The Cincinnati Police Department responded to the scene but have not released any suspect information. They are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Shields' death has deeply affected his family and the community, as his sister had previously lost their mother to gun violence. Despite the tragedy, Shields' family and friends remember him fondly for his love of basketball and his dreams for the future.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects named in connection with Eric Shields' death. The investigation remains open, and the Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit continues to seek information from the public. The community is mourning the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence, and efforts to find justice for Eric Shields continue.
