Desmond Donshai Devon Watson, 25, was killed in a shooting after a dispute at the Chalet Bar in downtown Cincinnati on November 29, 2019. The argument involved two groups inside the bar and escalated into gunfire outside; Watson was shot and later pronounced dead at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

Police recovered dozens of shell casings at the scene. Authorities identified 22-year-old Jermaine Champion as a suspect; Champion was arrested and indicted on aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault and having weapons under disability. Police say the investigation is ongoing and have not released further information about the surviving victim or any additional suspects.

Watson’s family and community continue to seek justice. If anyone saw the events at the Chalet Bar that night or has information related to the shooting, please come forward to assist the investigation.