Kendall Perkins, a 34-year-old African American male, was shot and killed on April 18, 2017, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident occurred in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood near Findlay Market. Authorities responded to the scene at approximately 9:42 p.m., where they discovered Perkins inside his vehicle, having suffered fatal gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another male victim, in his 20s, sustained gunshot wounds to his arm and back but managed to transport himself to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center for treatment. His injuries were not considered life-threatening.
The shooting involving Perkins was one of multiple violent incidents that took place in Cincinnati that night. Just minutes after the Over-the-Rhine shooting, another fatal shooting occurred in Mount Airy, where 19-year-old Deshawn Jenkins was killed. Police initially investigated whether the two shootings were connected but did not release any definitive conclusions. The violence contributed to Cincinnati’s rising homicide count for the year, which reached 21 following these incidents.
Authorities did not immediately identify any suspects in Perkins’ killing, and no arrests were reported in connection with the case. Law enforcement officials urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in solving violent crimes. Despite ongoing investigations, details regarding potential motives or suspects remained scarce. The tragic loss of Perkins underscored the broader concerns about gun violence in Cincinnati, prompting discussions about crime prevention and public safety measures in the city.
