COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, OH – A devastating shooting along Colerain Avenue on Thursday afternoon claimed the lives of two individuals and left a third in critical condition. The violent attack occurred near Popeyes and Walgreens close to Springdale Road, sparking a large-scale investigation by Colerain police.
Officers responded to the scene around 1 p.m. after multiple reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found two victims deceased inside an SUV parked in the Popeyes/Shell parking lot. A third victim, critically injured, was located across the street near Walgreens and was immediately transported to a local hospital. Authorities believe the SUV was the primary target of the attack, although details surrounding the third victim’s involvement remain unclear.
Witnesses described the chaos, stating that they heard at least 30 rounds of gunfire during the incident. “It was nonstop,” said one bystander, recounting the terrifying moments. Initial reports suggest the third victim may have been hit by a stray bullet, though this has not been officially confirmed by authorities.
Police have issued a Be On the Lookout (BOLO) alert for a white Chevy Malibu or Impala believed to have been driven by a suspect armed with an assault rifle. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation, and no arrests have been made. Investigators are working to gather surveillance footage from nearby businesses and interview witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
The violence has left the Colerain community shaken. “This is happening too often,” one local resident expressed. “It’s heartbreaking to see lives lost in such a violent way.” Many in the area are calling for increased measures to address the rise in gun violence, which has become a growing concern.
Colerain police are urging anyone with information about the incident or the suspect’s whereabouts to come forward. Tips can be submitted to the Colerain Township Police Department or anonymously through Crime Stoppers. As the investigation unfolds, the community mourns the lives lost in this tragic act of violence and hopes for justice to be served.