Cleveland police reported a shooting outside a local bar on Sunday evening that left five individuals injured, with one of the victims believed to be the suspect. The incident, which took place near the The Flats neighborhood, is thought to have originated from a dispute within the bar before turning violent with gunfire outside. Emergency services were called to the scene, and the injured were transported to the hospital for treatment.
The Cleveland Division of Police stated that the altercation initially occurred inside the nearby bar, leading to a confrontation outside that resulted in the shooting. While the exact details of the incident remain under investigation, police confirmed that the situation escalated rapidly, resulting in multiple injuries. The division said they had not made any arrests yet, with the investigation still ongoing.
A previous shooting in Lorain, Ohio, earlier this year resulted in the death of one person and the hospitalization of three police officers. This incident is part of a pattern of violent encounters in the region, underscoring the ongoing safety concerns for residents and law enforcement alike. The Cleveland Division of Fire did not provide additional details at this time, but they did confirm that the – services were involved in handling the situation.