Mikina Denae Riley was 18 when she was fatally shot on August 27, 2021, while sitting on the porch of a house attached to Second Baptist Church on South Second Street in Hamilton, Ohio. The shooting occurred about 12:46 a.m.; two other people were wounded and survived. The Butler County Coroner ruled Riley’s death a homicide from a gunshot wound.

Hamilton police describe the case as gang-related and say they have followed multiple leads and received some public tips, but no arrests have been announced. Police Chief Craig Bucheit called the attack a cowardly act and urged more witnesses to come forward. Mikina’s mother, Barbara Riley, has repeatedly appealed to the community for information to help bring justice and closure.

The investigation remains open. If anyone has information about that night or the people involved, contact Detective Tony Keip.