Nicky Deontia Reese, a 47-year-old man from Cincinnati, Ohio, tragically lost his life in a shooting incident on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The incident occurred in the Camp Washington neighborhood of Cincinnati, specifically in the 3200 block of Colerain Avenue.
Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 5 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered Reese's body in the middle of the street. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident was not isolated, as a second victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, arrived at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center shortly after the shooting. This second individual was reported to be in stable condition.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain unclear, and as of the latest available information, the police had not released any details about potential suspects or motives behind the incident. The CPD's Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case and has urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and contact them at 513-352-3542.
This incident has been officially classified as a homicide, with the case number 24-H-30 assigned by the Criminal Investigation Section. The sudden and violent nature of Reese's death has left the community in shock, prompting local authorities to seek public assistance in solving the case.
