Ohio Father’s Murder Trial Begins After Son Killed by Police

Jury selection starts for Ohio father accused of killing deputy with car after son was shot by police. Trial details emerge.

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October 6, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Cincinnati, Ohio — The trial of Rodney L. Hinton, an Ohio man charged with murdering a deputy with his vehicle, has begun with jury selection underway. The case stems from events following the fatal shooting of Hinton’s 18-year-old son by Cincinnati police.

Judge Jody Luebbers has summoned 107 potential jurors for the trial, with proceedings starting on Monday and set to continue Tuesday. Hinton’s defense attorney, Clyde Bennett II, emphasized the need for an impartial jury capable of setting aside public sentiment about the case and adhering strictly to legal guidance.

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Hinton, 40, faces multiple charges, including aggravated murder and felonious assault, after allegedly running over Hamilton County special deputy Larry Henderson in May 2025. The incident occurred hours after Hinton viewed body camera footage of his son being fatally shot by a Cincinnati officer during a traffic stop. The family described Hinton as deeply distressed after watching the video, which showed his son being pursued and killed.

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