Rodney Hinton Accused of Killing Deputy in Crash After Son Ryan Hinton was Shot by Cincinnati Police
Columbus, Ohio — Rodney Hinton Accused of Killing Deputy in Crash is the tragic headline making waves in Ohio and across the U.S. Hinton, 38, has been charged with aggravated murder after he allegedly struck and killed a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Deputy near the University of Cincinnati on Friday afternoon.
According to police, the crash appeared to be intentional, and the deputy—who was directing traffic for university graduation events—was pronounced dead at the scene.
This devastating event took place just one day after Hinton’s 18-year-old son, Ryan Hinton, was shot and killed by Cincinnati police during a foot chase. Officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle, and during the pursuit, Ryan was reportedly seen brandishing a firearm. Police released body camera footage that captured officers shouting, “He’s got a gun!” before shots were fired behind an apartment complex.
Crash Investigation and Murder Charge
Prosecutors allege that Rodney Hinton deliberately drove into the deputy, using his vehicle as a weapon. During his court appearance on Saturday, a wall of deputies stood behind the courtroom as Hinton was formally charged. The judge denied bail until his next hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
Hinton’s attorney stated that he has no prior felony convictions and acknowledged the severity of the charge.
Reaction from Officials
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine said in a statement, “I am sickened by what appears to be an intentional act of violence.” Hamilton County Prosecutor Connie Pillich added, “If the facts support this was deliberate, we will prosecute to the full extent of the law.”
Hamilton County Sheriff Charmaine McGuffey described the slain deputy as “well-liked and well-known,” emphasizing the loss felt by the department and the community. The deputy had recently retired from full-time duty but was working an off-duty assignment at the time of the crash.
Police have not yet released the name of the fallen deputy, pending notification of the family. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities working to determine the full motivation behind the crash.
As Ohio mourns the loss of one of its own law enforcement officers, attention turns to the broader circumstances surrounding both deaths in the Hinton family within a span of just 24 hours.
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