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Father Charged with Murder After Son's Police Shooting

5/3/2025

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Rodney Hinton Jr. is charged with aggravated murder for the tragic shooting of a Hamilton County sheriff's deputy during a traffic detail at the University of Cincinnati. This incident follows the police shooting of Hinton's son just a day prior, igniting deep outrage and sorrow among community leaders who call for calm as investigations unfold. Hinton is currently held without bail.

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Rodney Hinton Jr. is charged with aggravated murder for the tragic shooting of a Hamilton County sheriff's deputy during a traffic detail at the University of Cincinnati. This incident follows the police shooting of Hinton's son just a day prior, igniting deep outrage and sorrow among community leaders who call for calm as investigations unfold. Hinton is currently held without bail.