On the morning of December 8, 2024, Cincinnati police responded to a report of a body behind a vacant apartment building in the 3600 block of Alaska Avenue in Avondale. Upon arrival around 9:30 a.m., officers discovered 28-year-old Darius Fletcher lying behind the building, deceased from a gunshot wound. The Cincinnati Fire Department confirmed his death at the scene.
The circumstances leading to Fletcher's death remain unclear.
Authorities have not disclosed how long his body had been at the location before discovery. As of now, no information regarding potential suspects or arrests has been released. The Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case and has urged anyone with information to contact them at (513) 352-3542.
Fletcher's death has added to the growing concern over gun violence in Cincinnati. Community members are encouraged to assist law enforcement by providing any information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are hopeful that public cooperation will aid in bringing justice for Fletcher and his loved ones.
