Cincinnati police investigating a homicide claiming life of 37-year-old

The Cincinnati Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place Friday at approximately 10:30 p.m.

According to a press release, District Four officers responded to the 1200 block of Laidlaw Avenue on a reported shooting and located two victims.

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Matthew Rucker, 37, was pronounced dead at the scene while the other victim was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Criminal Investigation Section at 513-352-3542, CRIMESTOPPERS at 513-352-3040 or submit a tip at P3tips.com. Callers may remain anonymous and may receive compensation for their information.

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