Suspects sought in deadly Cincinnati nightclub shooting

Cincinnati police said they are making progress in their investigation into a nightclub shooting while city leaders Monday encouraged more witnesses to come forward to help find those responsible for the gunbattle inside the crowded club that left one man dead, 16 people injured and more questions about safety in public gathering spots.

Police Chief Eliot Isaac said investigators believe there was more than one shooter based on the number of shots fired in the melee early Sunday in the Cameo club, a popular hip-hop music spot near the Ohio river east of downtown Cincinnati. Police estimated there were more than 20 shots, sending club patrons diving to the floor or scrambling away from a chaotic and terrifying scene.

“We’re gathering information . ... We’re making some progress,” Isaac said after giving City Council members an update on the investigation. He declined to say whether police have identified possible suspects, but said police weren’t actively looking for anyone.”