Man hit in face in Walnut Hills, suspects at large

Police at the scene of a robbery and beating Walnut Hills Tuesday morning.
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Posted: 09/04/2012

By: Sarah Beth Hensley, WCPO Digital

CINCINNATI - A man was hit in the face in Walnut Hills Tuesday morning and police are searching for the two suspects involved.

A male victim was hit in the face while sitting in his vehicle in the 2300 block of Boone Street near Burbank Street at about 9:10 a.m., according to police. The two male suspects were allegedly trying to rob the victim.

The two suspects were last seen running northbound on Boone Street and are believed to be armed.

Officials have not yet released a description of the suspects or information about the victim’s condition.

If you have any information about this crime, please call Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040. Text tips to CRIMES (2-7-4-6-3-7) with "CINTip:" at the beginning of the message. You don't have to give your name and you may be eligible for a reward if your tips lead to an arrest.

Stay with 9 News and WCPO.com for updates as they become available.

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