Cincinnati police shot an 89-year-old man during a welfare check on October 28 after he pulled out a revolver in response to their requests for him to open his front door. The man sustained non-life-threatening injuries and remains stable at a local hospital, while police consider his mental well-being before deciding on any potential charges.
The incident escalated after an unsuccessful attempt by emergency responders to contact the man prior to the police arrival, with officers ultimately deciding to force entry when concerns for his safety arose. Body camera footage reveals that as officers attempted to engage with him, the elderly man appeared with a gun, leading to the officer firing shots in an effort to protect themselves. Ongoing investigations by the Cincinnati police and the city’s Citizen Complaint Authority aim to uncover more details about this troubling encounter.
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