Bodycam Shows Cincinnati Police Officer Shooting Suspect Armed With Gun

 





On September 11, a critical officer-involved shooting occurred in the Avondale neighborhood of Cincinnati, prompting a thorough investigation led by the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office. After reviewing the facts and available evidence, Hamilton County Prosecutor Joseph T. Deters announced that no charges would be filed against the officer involved. The incident stemmed from a situation in which a Cincinnati Police officer was confronted by an armed individual who ignored repeated commands and appeared poised to use deadly force.

The events began around 12:15 p.m., when a plainclothes Cincinnati Police officer, working in an undercover capacity in an unmarked vehicle, observed suspicious behavior in the area. The officer saw a man, later identified as Vernell S. Jackson (born March 6, 1999), remove a firearm from his pocket and reposition it into his waistband. Given the threat posed by a visibly armed individual in a public space, the undercover officer immediately radioed for backup from a uniformed officer.

Cincinnati Police Officer Marc Schildmeyer responded to the call in full uniform and in a marked police cruiser. Both officers converged near Blair Court and Ridgeway Avenue, where Jackson was still present. Upon arrival, Officer Schildmeyer exited his vehicle and issued clear, loud verbal commands, instructing Jackson three times to show his hands. At that moment, Jackson was standing sideways to the officer, with his right side facing Officer Schildmeyer.

Unbeknownst to the officer at first, Jackson had a loaded handgun tucked into the left side of his waistband. Despite the officer's repeated lawful commands, Jackson chose not to comply. Instead, he reached for the firearm, drew it from his waistband, and began turning toward Officer Schildmeyer while raising the gun. This action prompted a split-second decision by the officer, who fired a single shot, striking Jackson once in the chest.

After firing, Officer Schildmeyer immediately began administering lifesaving aid to Jackson while awaiting emergency medical personnel. Cincinnati Fire Department paramedics arrived shortly thereafter and transported Jackson to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. At the time of the report, Jackson remained in critical but stable condition after undergoing emergency surgery.

The weapon Jackson possessed—a Hi-Point .380 caliber semiautomatic handgun—was recovered at the scene. Investigators later confirmed that the gun was loaded at the time of the incident. Jackson now faces criminal charges, including Carrying a Concealed Weapon, a Fourth-Degree Felony, and Aggravated Menacing, a First-Degree Misdemeanor.

In a public statement, Prosecutor Deters praised Officer Schildmeyer’s conduct, emphasizing the officer’s professionalism and restraint under pressure. “We have another Cincinnati Police Officer to be commended for the manner in which he handled a dangerous situation,” Deters said. “Jackson, armed with a loaded gun, was ready to shoot. Because of Officer Schildmeyer’s quick response and training, we are here today not talking about an officer shot in the line of duty or the shooting of innocent bystanders.”

Deters also referenced the body-worn camera footage, which clearly captured Jackson raising his weapon toward the officer. “Officer Schildmeyer was 100% justified in shooting Jackson,” Deters stated. “He likely saved his own life as well as the lives of others. As I said before, he is to be commended.”

In addition, Prosecutor Deters expressed gratitude to Cincinnati Police Chief Eliot K. Isaac and his department for their cooperation and assistance throughout the investigation. Their prompt response and transparency played a crucial role in resolving the matter thoroughly and efficiently.





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