The peaceful rhythm of a Sunday morning on **West 8th Street** was shattered when a car struck **72-year-old Shirley Woods** near **Trenton Avenue**, leaving her with fatal injuries that would claim her life within hours. The crash happened late Sunday morning, and by **11:34 a.m.**, **Cincinnati Fire and Rescue** teams were on scene, administering aid to Woods as bystanders looked on in shock. She was rushed to the **University of Cincinnati Medical Center**,
where doctors worked tirelessly to stabilize her. Despite their efforts, she passed away not long after arriving.Authorities have not yet released details about the circumstances of the crash—whether speed, distraction, or weather played a role—or confirmed if the driver involved remained at the scene. The **Cincinnati Police Traffic Unit** is leading the investigation,
urging witnesses and anyone with dashcam or surveillance footage to come forward to help piece together what happened in those brief but devastating moments.For the residents who live along that stretch of West 8th Street, the sight of police tape and flashing lights has given way to something quieter but equally powerful:
a growing makeshift memorial. A few candles flicker beside a bouquet of fresh flowers at the spot where Shirley Woods was struck, their glow soft against the pavement.Neighbors describe Woods as a kind and gentle woman who often waved to passersby and loved spending her
mornings walking through the community she’d called home for decades. Her loss has left friends and family heartbroken, struggling to comprehend how an ordinary day could end so tragically. As investigators search for answers, her loved ones are left to mourn a life cut short and to remember Shirley for the warmth, grace, and kindness she carried through every step of her years.
