Deshawn Jenkins, a 19-year-old male from Cincinnati, OH, tragically lost his life on April 18, 2017, due to gunshot wounds sustained in a double shooting incident at the Towerview Apartments on East Knoll Court in Mount Airy. Jenkins was found alongside another victim who survived the attack. The incident occurred during a particularly violent 12-hour period in the Tri-State area, which saw multiple shootings and fatalities.
In the aftermath of Jenkins' death, Cincinnati Police arrested
three individuals in connection with the shooting. Michael Kelley, 22, Frankie Banks, 24, and Bahaudin Jacobs, 25, were all charged with murder. The police believed that the shootings in Over-the-Rhine were connected, although they did not disclose a possible motive. The investigation revealed that just minutes before discovering Jenkins, another victim, Kendall Perkins, 34, had been found shot dead inside his car on West Elder Street. Additionally, Cheryl Allender, 37, was shot dead in her home hours before Jenkins' death, and her husband, John Allender, was charged with her murder.
The case drew significant attention due to the string of violent incidents within a short timeframe, highlighting concerns about public safety and the need for effective measures to address gun violence in the area. The arrests and charges brought against Kelley, Banks, and Jacobs were part of the ongoing efforts to bring justice for the victims and their families.
Jenkins' death and the subsequent legal actions underscore the devastating impact of gun violence on communities and the importance of continued efforts to prevent such tragedies in the future.
