Greg Tremble, a 33-year-old man from Cincinnati, OH, was tragically shot and killed on April 16, 2016, in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. He was pronounced dead at the scene after being shot multiple times, including in the head. The incident occurred around 5 p.m. on the corner of Green and Vine streets. Police initially detained two men, but they were later released.
The investigation led to the arrest of Joshua Morrissette, a 26-year-old man, who was charged with murder in connection
with Tremble's death. Morrissette was believed to have shot Tremble over a dispute related to a marijuana deal, specifically over $15. Morrissette eluded police for nearly six months before being arrested on October 5, 2016, with the help of the Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit and the Fugitive Apprehension Unit.
In court, it was revealed that Morrissette fired 15 shots from a .40-caliber gun, striking Tremble multiple times. Morrissette was found guilty of multiple charges, including murder, drug possession, and being a felon in possession of a gun. He was sentenced to 27 years to life in prison. During the trial, Morrissette tried to push a fraudulent insanity plea and attempted to get witnesses to lie for him.
The judge presiding over the case, Patrick Dinkelacker, expressed concern that Morrissette would pose a danger to society if released, stating that the streets of Cincinnati would be less safe on the day Morrissette was released from prison. Morrissette, who has five children, maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings.
This case highlights the devastating consequences of disputes over small amounts of money and the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully. The community and Tremble's family were left to grapple with the senseless loss of life and the impact it had on their lives.
