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Rashon Watson Jr

Death by Force
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Rashon Watson Jr., a 22-year-old African American man from Cincinnati, OH, was tragically shot and killed on April 3, 2018, in the Avondale neighborhood. He was taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries. The incident occurred around 12:25 p.m. on Hickory Street near Harvey Avenue. Police believe the shooting may have taken place inside a vehicle, as the ShotSpotter system, which detects gunshots, did not activate.

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  • Cincinnati.com: 22-year-old Avondale shooting victim identified
  • Man killed in Avondale shooting ID'd; police searching for suspects
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    Victim Details

    Rashon Watson Jr

    Male

    Black / African American

    Cincinnati

    OH

    2018-04-03

    22

    Rashon

    Watson Jr

    11/22/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I've been following the case of Rashon Watson Jr., and what's really sticking with me is how this yo... ...Read More
    02/04/2025
    Does anyone else find it puzzling that the ShotSpotter system didn't go off when Rashon Watson Jr. w... ...Read More
    08/19/2023
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