On November 29, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Cincinnati Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 2100 block of West North Bend Road, situated near the border of the College Hill and Mt. Airy neighborhoods. Upon arrival, they discovered Jason Stewart, a 33-year-old resident of Cincinnati, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel transported Stewart to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
The circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear. Initial reports suggested the possibility that the incident occurred elsewhere, potentially near the intersection of Hamilton Avenue and West North Bend Road, before Stewart was found at the reported location. Complicating the investigation, officers seeking surveillance footage from nearby cameras discovered that the equipment was inoperative at the time, hindering the collection of potential evidence.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with Jason Stewart's death. The Cincinnati Police Department's Homicide Unit continues to investigate and has appealed to the public for assistance, urging anyone with information to come forward by contacting them at 513-352-3542.
Jason Stewart was born on July 12, 1991, in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was remembered by friends and family as a positive individual who always put others first. A visitation and funeral service were held on December 13, 2024, at the Corinthian Baptist Church, followed by interment at Vine Street Hill Cemetery.
The community has expressed grief over Stewart's untimely death, with many lighting candles and sharing memories in his honor. His passing has also reignited conversations about public safety and the effectiveness of surveillance infrastructure in Cincinnati, as malfunctioning equipment has previously impeded criminal investigations in the area.
