Vehicle Pulled From Icy Ohio River in Cincinnati

Crews towed the vehicle out just before 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, police say.

Jan. 29, 2026 at 5:55am

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Crews in Cincinnati pulled a vehicle out of the icy Ohio River on Wednesday evening after witnesses reported seeing the vehicle enter the water from a nearby ramp. Police believe the vehicle was occupied, but are unsure of how many people were inside.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of driving near bodies of water, especially in icy conditions. Authorities will likely investigate the cause of the vehicle entering the river and whether any charges will be filed.

The details

According to police, officers responded to reports of a sinking vehicle at the intersection of Broadway Avenue and East Mehring Way. Witnesses and surveillance footage confirmed that the vehicle entered the river from a nearby ramp. A person walking on the sidewalk saw the vehicle go into the water and called 911. Crews were able to tow the vehicle out of the river just before 11:30 p.m.

  • Officers responded to the scene on Wednesday evening.
  • The vehicle was pulled from the river just before 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

The players

Cincinnati Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and is investigating the cause of the vehicle entering the Ohio River.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to investigate the incident to determine the cause and whether any charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of exercising caution when driving near bodies of water, especially in inclement weather conditions, to avoid potentially dangerous situations.