Norman Watkins, 42, was shot and killed on June 6, 1992, at 20 East 12th Street in Cincinnati’s Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. The Cincinnati Police Department investigated the homicide, and the suspect was described generally as a Black male. No further identifying details or a known motive have been reported.

The case remains unsolved and is listed among Ohio’s cold cases. Authorities, including the Attorney General’s Office, have encouraged anyone with information to come forward to help bring justice for Watkins and his family. Few public details are available beyond the victim’s name, date, location, and the limited suspect description.

If anyone knew Norman Watkins, witnessed the shooting, or has information about a Black male seen near 20 East 12th Street around June 6, 1992, please contact the Cincinnati Police Department or the Attorney General’s Office.