15-Year-Old Jaymir Deshea Hill Fatally Shot in Wyoming, Ohio; Investigation Underway
WYOMING, OHIO — A community is in mourning following a tragic shooting that claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy on Wednesday afternoon in Wyoming, a quiet suburb of Cincinnati. Authorities from the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) and the Wyoming Police Department are actively investigating the deadly incident that has sent shockwaves through the neighborhood.
According to officials, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Burns and Washington Avenues at approximately 3:49 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, following multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, emergency responders discovered a teenage male suffering from a gunshot wound to the left shoulder.
The victim was quickly transported to UC Medical Center, where medical personnel attempted life-saving measures. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
On Thursday morning, the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office formally identified the victim as Jaymir Deshea Hill, a 15-year-old student and resident of the greater Cincinnati area. His death has left family, friends, and the broader community devastated as they come to terms with the senseless violence that ended such a young life.
“This is a heartbreaking and tragic loss,” one Wyoming resident said. “No family should ever have to bury their child because of violence on our streets.”
Authorities believe the shooting was an isolated incident. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing multiple suspects fleeing on foot immediately after the gunfire erupted. Law enforcement has not yet released any suspect descriptions or confirmed whether the shooting was targeted or random.
The Criminal Investigation Section of the HCSO is now leading the probe into the deadly shooting. Investigators are combing through surveillance footage, canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses, and seeking any tips that might help lead to arrests.
As the investigation unfolds, officials are urging anyone who may have seen or heard anything unusual around the time of the shooting to come forward. Tipsters are encouraged to contact the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Tip Line at 513-586-5533 or the main line at 513-825-1500.
Meanwhile, the community is grappling with grief. Jaymir, remembered as a kind and energetic young man, had his entire future ahead of him. Family members have not yet made a public statement, but neighbors have begun placing flowers and candles near the intersection where he was shot.
This tragic incident highlights the growing concern over youth violence and gun-related deaths in communities once thought to be relatively safe. Law enforcement is urging residents to remain vigilant and supportive of ongoing efforts to curb such violence.
As the investigation continues, community members are uniting in support of the Hill family, calling for peace, justice, and an end to the violence that continues to rob so many young lives.