2 dead after Middletown shooting, police say

CINCINNATI (WXIX) - A second person was pronounced dead after a shooting that happened in Middletown early Saturday morning, according to the Middletown police chief.

Officers say police and fire were called around 3:30 a.m. to the 700 block of 15th Avenue for the report of two people shot.

Once they arrived, they found one person dead at the scene, police said.

The second victim died after being taken to Atrium Medical Center for treatment, police say.

Police did not say if they have a suspect in custody.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Mynhier at 513-425-7720 or 513-425-7700.

This story will be updated as more details develop.

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