Allen Wooten, aged 27, was tragically killed on March 31, 1990, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident took place at 833 Bank Street in Hamilton County, where Allen was shot during an altercation. According to the available information, three Black males were identified as suspects in connection with the shooting, but no one has been arrested or charged with the crime to date.
The Cincinnati Police Department continues to work on the case, and it remains unsolved, with authorities seeking any potential leads that might help solve this cold case.
Allen's family remembers him as a vibrant individual, and his death has left a lasting impact on those who knew and loved him. His sister Barvenia Wooten recalled their close bond and how Allen had recently visited her just before the tragic incident. She shared that Allen was full of life and had even rededicated himself to his faith during his visit. On the night of the shooting, Allen was at a house party when a fight broke out. During the altercation, a friend of the person he fought pulled out a gun and shot Allen in the back of the head. It is believed that the delay in calling for emergency services—reportedly due to cleaning up illegal substances—may have further complicated efforts to save him. Allen passed away at the hospital several hours later.
In memory of Allen, the Wooten family started an organization called Parents Against Senseless Killings (PASK) to raise awareness about gun violence and support other victims. Allen left behind three daughters, and his family continues to honor his memory, hoping for justice and closure one day. Authorities are still seeking information, and a reward is available for anyone who can help identify those responsible for Allen’s death. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has listed his case among unsolved homicides, encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
