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Rashon Watson Jr

Case from Cincinnati, OH dated Apr 03, 2018

Victim Details

Rashon Watson Jr

Male

Black / African American

Cincinnati

OH

2018-04-03

22

Rashon

Watson Jr

07/30/2026

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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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    I've been following the case of Rashon Watson Jr., and what's really sticking with me is how this yo... ...Read More
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