Written by WCPO’s Max Shilling
A person has been arrested after a 12-year-old boy was shot multiple times in Covington Sunday evening.
Officers responded to the 4300 block of McKee Street Sunday at approximately 4:49 p.m. for reports of a shooting, according to Covington Police Capt. Justin Bradbury.
When officers arrived at the scene, they located a 12-year-old boy suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The child was transported to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center with life-threatening injuries, where he remains in critical condition, Bradbury said.
Monday morning, Covington police announced 19-year-old Jayden Marsh was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Investigators do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public.
This is an ongoing investigation. Detectives ask community members to check any surveillance footage they may have available.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Covington Police Detectives at 859-292-2234 or Cincinnati/NKY Crime Stoppers at 513-352-3040. Tips can remain anonymous.