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BROOKLYN, NY – JULY 29: Adrien Broner reacts after losing to Mikey Garcia during their Junior Welterwight bout on July 29, 2017 at the Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

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BROOKLYN, NY – JULY 29: Adrien Broner reacts after losing to Mikey Garcia during their Junior Welterwight bout on July 29, 2017 at the Barclays Center in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
In the world of boxing, Adrien Broner has regained his former luster, embracing a resurgent chapter in his career. Just this year, he triumphed over Bill Hutchinson in a bout held in Miami, effectively ending a hiatus that followed his 2021 clash with Jovanie Santiago. While Broner has rekindled his presence within the boxing world, his candid, unfiltered expressions online grant fans an intimate glimpse into his thoughts.
However, the former champion’s influence extends beyond his personal exploits. In addition, in a recent incident that unfolded in Cincinnati’s CUF neighborhood, Broner’s reaction offered a candid glimpse into his perception of the city. The boxer is a Cincinnati native and his comment reflects the same.
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Cincinnati’s shooting incident sparks interesting reflection from Adrien Broner
In a recent incident that unfolded in Cincinnati’s CUF neighborhood, four individuals were injured in a shooting. The incident took place against the backdrop of a street party in the city. The shooting took on Clifton Heights, a mere half-mile from the University of Cincinnati. This area, typically bustling with students and residents, transformed into a scene of chaos and uncertainty as gunshots rang out.
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Among those injured were a 19-year-old woman, a 20-year-old man shot in the foot, and another 19-year-old woman shot in the arm. All three were transported to UC Medical Center with injuries that were not life-threatening.
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Following this, Broner, a native of Cincinnati himself, took to social media and shared his thoughts on the incident. According to him, the city never fails to surprise him, albeit for the wrong reasons. “Cincinnati never seems to surprise me,” he wrote on his social media story

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WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 01: Adrien Broner (L) reacts after defeating Ashley Theophane (R) by TKO. DC Armory on April 1, 2016 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
The shooting cast a shadow over an area known for its off-campus housing. However, this incident drew attention to the challenges of maintaining a sense of security in urban environments. As the community seeks to heal from the aftermath of the shooting, Broner’s words showcase the wild nature of his hometown.
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