On April 12, 2009, Joshua Erkins, a 30-year-old male, was shot and killed while sitting in his vehicle at 1717 Vine Street, located in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood of Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, and his death has been classified as a homicide. Despite investigations by the Cincinnati Police Department, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office has included Joshua Erkins' case in their database of unsolved homicides, with the hope that public awareness might lead to new information. The involvement of the community is essential, as tips from the public could be crucial for advancing the investigation. Cincinnati Police, along with support from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation, continue to encourage anyone with information about the incident to come forward to help solve this case and bring closure to Joshua Erkins' family.
If you or anyone you know has information regarding the homicide of Joshua Erkins, you are encouraged to contact the Cincinnati Police Department or submit a tip through the Ohio Attorney General’s Cold Case Unit.
