Victorio Johnson, 44, was fatally shot on August 8, 2024, at about 3:30 a.m. in the 5300 block of Bettman Drive in Cincinnati’s Winton Hills neighborhood. Responding officers found him with multiple gunshot wounds; he was taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and pronounced dead. Authorities have not released information on suspects or a motive, and the Cincinnati Police Department Homicide Unit is investigating.

Born February 18, 1980, Victorio was remembered by family and friends for a warm spirit and a readiness to help others. Funeral services were held August 17, 2024, at Power and Faith Ministries, with interment at Vine Street Hill Cemetery. The community has expressed deep grief over this loss and the broader problem of gun violence in the area.

If anyone has information that could help the investigation, contact the Cincinnati Police Homicide Unit at 513-352-3542.