NEWPORT, Ky. — An 18-year-old man was killed in a shooting Friday night in Newport, according to the Hamilton County Coroner's Office.
The shooting took place shortly after 8:30 p.m. near Lowell and Brighton streets.
Newport police said when they responded to the scene, they discovered a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was taken to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center where he later died.
The Hamilton County Coroner's Office has identified the victim as Terrance Johnson.
Police said during their investigation, officers learned that a group of people met in the 500 block of Patterson Street in Newport for an arranged fight. At some point, shots were fired, investigators said.
Newport police said the investigation remains active and no suspects have been formally charged.
Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call the Newport Police Department and request to speak with a detective or to remain anonymous, contact the tip line at (859) 261-TIPS (8477).
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