A Short Vine shooting near the University of Cincinnati sent a man to the hospital Friday afternoon after he was shot in the stomach in Cincinnati’s Corryville neighborhood.
Cincinnati police responded to the 2600 block of Short Vine Street shortly before 1 p.m. on September 11, 2026, following reports of gunfire near the busy area popular with University of Cincinnati students.
Police said one shot was fired and a man was struck. His injuries were described as non-life-threatening, and he was transported to UC Medical Center for treatment.
Short Vine Shooting Sends Man to Hospital
The shooting happened near 2607 Short Vine Street, outside Cincy Steak & Lemonade.
According to police, a man standing outside the restaurant was approached by another man before the shooting occurred. The victim was shot in the stomach and taken to the hospital.
The circumstances leading up to the confrontation remain under investigation.
Police have not announced the victim’s identity or provided additional personal information.
Suspect Flees After Short Vine Shooting
The suspected shooter fled the area following the gunfire.
Cincinnati police and University of Cincinnati police searched the surrounding area while Short Vine Street was temporarily closed between nearby streets as investigators worked at the scene.
Authorities said they had video of the suspect from cameras in the area and were working to identify and locate him.
No arrest had been announced in the initial reports.
UC Issues Emergency Alert and Later All-Clear
Because the shooting occurred close to the University of Cincinnati campus, the incident prompted an emergency alert to members of the university community.
Students in the area were initially advised to remain where they were if it was safe to do so.
At approximately 1:10 p.m., UC Public Safety issued an all-clear, saying officers had checked the area and the suspect or suspects had fled. Normal activities were allowed to resume.
Police said the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident and that there was no continuing threat to the general public.
Short Vine Shooting Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 2600 block of Short Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio |
| Neighborhood | Corryville |
| Nearby landmark | University of Cincinnati |
| Date | September 11, 2026 |
| Approximate time | 12:38 p.m. |
| Victim | One man |
| Injury | Gunshot wound to the stomach |
| Condition | Non-life-threatening |
| Hospital | UC Medical Center |
| Shots reported | One shot |
| Suspect | At large in initial reports |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
Investigation Continues Near University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati police are continuing to investigate the shooting and are reviewing available evidence and surveillance footage from the area.
The suspect’s identity had not been publicly released in the initial reports.
Police have also not announced a motive or confirmed whether the shooting was connected to a dispute between the individuals involved.
The investigation is expected to determine what led to the confrontation and whether criminal charges will follow.
For now, the victim is expected to recover from injuries that authorities described as non-life-threatening, while investigators continue searching for the person responsible.
Disclaimer
This article is based on preliminary reports concerning the September 11, 2026 shooting on Short Vine Street near the University of Cincinnati. The investigation remains active, and details including the suspect’s identity, motive and potential charges may change as authorities release additional information. No person should be considered responsible for the shooting unless and until authorities establish that through the appropriate legal process.