Crime
Victim killed in Millvale shooting identified as Taralynn Annette Bowerss
CINCINNATI, Ohio — The Cincinnati Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Millvale that left one person dead Sunday afternoon.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 3:50 p.m. in the 2000 block of Millvale Court.
At the scene, police confirmed that the victim, identified as Taralynn Annette Bowerss, had been fatally wounded.
A witness at the scene reported that Bowerss had been shot in the face.
Police have not released any additional details regarding possible suspects, and it remains unclear whether anyone is currently in custody.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting are still under investigation.
This incident marks the second deadly shooting in Cincinnati within a span of less than 12 hours, raising heightened concern about ongoing gun violence in the city.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as the investigation continues.
Crime
25-Year-Old Adrian Scott Arrested and Charged in Connection with July Bomb and Arson Investigation
St. Louis, MO — Authorities have arrested and charged 25-year-old Adrian Scott in connection with a July incident that sparked a Bomb and Arson investigation after a video surfaced on social media showing a man deliberately throwing fireworks at people and property.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Scott was taken into custody two days ago following an extensive investigation by detectives assigned to the department’s Bomb and Arson Unit.
He now faces one count of Promoting Civil Disorder and one count of Armed Criminal Action, both felony charges.
Investigators say the viral video captured Scott recklessly igniting and throwing explosive fireworks in a public area, endangering bystanders and causing property damage.
The footage prompted widespread concern and led to the official investigation.
Following his arrest, Scott was booked into custody and is awaiting further court proceedings.
Authorities emphasized that such reckless and dangerous behavior will be met with serious legal consequences, noting that the charges reflect the severity of the offense and the potential harm caused to the public.