Editor’s note: a previous version of this story referred to the incident as an “active shooter” situation based on older information. This story has been changed to reflect updated information from the Cincinnati Police Department.
Update: as of March 18, Cincinnati police have identified the victim as 24-year-old Alias Philips.
Cincinnati police say they are on the scene of an incident inside the Target location in Oakley, 3245 Geier Drive.
Police say to avoid the area while officers investigate, adding that they will provide more information soon.
Previously, the situation was thought to involve an active shooter. Earlier videos from the scene show police cars and firetrucks lining the entrance to the store.
This situation is breaking. CityBeat will update this story as more information becomes available.
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