Cincinnati Man Charged with Murder of Mother of Five in Walnut Hills Shooting

Willie Gordon arrested for killing Tekeya McCollum outside senior living complex

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 47-year-old Cincinnati man named Willie Gordon has been arrested and charged with the murder of Tekeya McCollum, a 31-year-old mother of five, who was fatally shot outside a senior living complex in Walnut Hills in December. Gordon is facing charges that include murder, tampering with evidence, and possession of weapons under disability.

Why it matters

This tragic incident has devastated the McCollum family and left five children without their mother. It also raises concerns about gun violence, repeat offenders, and the need for improved public safety measures in Cincinnati neighborhoods.

The details

According to court records, Gordon had a substantial arrest record prior to the shooting and was not legally permitted to possess the firearm used due to previous drug convictions. The events leading to the fatal incident have not been disclosed. Police arrested Gordon after over two months of investigation, and he is currently detained in the Hamilton County Justice Center.

  • Tekeya McCollum was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene on December 23.
  • Gordon's arrest came after over two months of investigation by Cincinnati Police.

The players

Willie Gordon

A 47-year-old Cincinnati man who has been charged with the murder of Tekeya McCollum, as well as tampering with evidence and possession of weapons under disability.

Tekeya McCollum

A 31-year-old mother of five who was fatally shot outside a senior living complex in Walnut Hills, Cincinnati.

DeRonn McCollum

Tekeya McCollum's brother, who expressed grief and relief upon Gordon's arrest, describing his sister as a generous person.

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What they’re saying

“It's great to know that a killer is off the street, so, you know what I mean, somebody that's going to commit a senseless murder, something just as stupid as this, to a young mother, he doesn't deserve to be out here.”

— DeRonn McCollum, Tekeya McCollum's brother (Local 12 News)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Willie Gordon out on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence, repeat offenders, and the need for improved public safety measures in Cincinnati neighborhoods. The loss of Tekeya McCollum, a mother of five, has devastated her family and community, underscoring the urgent need for solutions to address these complex issues.