Six injured in multiple East Cleveland shootings
Six injured in separate shootings near Shaw High School reunion
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Early Monday in East Cleveland, Ohio, six individuals sustained injuries in at least three separate shootings near a high school class reunion, according to local police.
Gunfire began shortly after 1 a.m. close to where Shaw High School alumni were celebrating their annual reunion, as stated by city officials and witnesses.
East Cleveland Acting Police Chief Kenneth D. Lundy reported in an afternoon statement that officers responding to the incident found a wounded man. While investigating, they discovered a woman nearby with multiple gunshot wounds. Paramedics treated both victims on-site before transporting them to a hospital.
Approximately an hour later, officers still in the vicinity heard extensive gunfire from a nearby Mobil gas station. Arriving at the scene, located near Shaw High School, they found three more gunshot victims. These individuals were also taken to the hospital, some by police and others in private vehicles.
Around 2:30 a.m., officers were alerted to a different location several blocks away from the Mobil gas station, where they found a sixth shooting victim, who was subsequently hospitalised.
The motive behind the shootings was still under investigation by Monday afternoon. It remained unclear if the incidents were connected or if any victims had attended the reunion.
The conditions of the victims were not immediately available, and no arrests had been made concerning the shootings.
A $5,000 reward was offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Police urged anyone in the area during the shootings to contact the East Cleveland Detective Bureau.
The incidents prompted assistance from law enforcement agencies in nearby communities.
East Cleveland City Council President Twon Billings expressed his distress over the events, noting that the Shaw High School reunion is a significant weekend event for graduates and community members. He suggested that a local police shortage might have influenced the events, highlighting the reliance on mutual aid from Cleveland Heights, University Heights, and various ambulance and fire departments.
Billings emphasised the need for a stronger police presence in such situations, describing it as tragic that so many people were shot during the reunion event.
What Other Media Are Saying
- ABC News reports that several people were shot outside an Ohio high school reunion on Monday, with the number of injured and their conditions remaining unknown. (read more)
- FOX 8 News reports that East Cleveland police are investigating after multiple people were shot in different locations. Acting Police Chief Kenneth Lundy described the incident as “shocking” and emphasised the ongoing investigation. (read more)
- WBAL News Radio reports that several people were shot outside an Ohio high school reunion, with the number of injuries and conditions yet to be determined. (read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
How many people were wounded in the East Cleveland shootings?
Six people were wounded.
Where did the shootings occur in East Cleveland?
The shootings occurred near Shaw High School and a Mobil gas station.
Were the shootings connected to the Shaw High School reunion?
It is unclear if the shootings were connected to the reunion.
Have any arrests been made in connection with the shootings?
No arrests have been made.
Is there a reward for information on the East Cleveland shootings?
Yes, a $5,000 reward is being offered.