CINCINNATI, Ohio — Nine people were injured in a shooting early Sunday morning at a music venue in the city’s East End, according to police.
The incident occurred around 1 a.m. at Riverfront Live near the intersection of Kellogg Avenue and Wilmer Avenue. Authorities said multiple shots were fired inside the venue.
Police confirmed that nine individuals suffered gunshot wounds. All injuries were described as non-life-threatening. Victims were transported to UC Medical Center and Good Samaritan Hospital for treatment.
Interim Police Chief Adam Hennie said officers who were already detailed to work the event were able to respond immediately, quickly dispatching additional units to the scene. Hennie noted there had not been any recent trouble reported at the venue prior to the shooting.
Police have not released information about any suspects, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval addressed the incident in a statement on Facebook, calling the shooting “senseless” and “unconscionable.”
“Overnight in the East End, our community was victim to a senseless mass shooting,” Pureval wrote. “Thank you to the officers on site, the first responders for their immediate action, and all the hospital staff who worked to save lives this morning. Our prayers are with all the victims, and law enforcement has our full support to deliver justice. We will continue to keep the public up to date.”
A band, Solid Gold Dancer, was performing nearby at Murray’s Tavern on Kellogg Avenue when members said they heard the commotion outside.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are asking anyone with information to contact the Cincinnati Police Department.
