One user was killed and 24 others were injured in a shooting Sunday morning in Akron, Ohio, CNN reported, citing city officials. According to a report from the city’s mayor and police chief, officials responded to 911 calls shortly after the shots were reported. and several victims were struck in the Kelly Ave area. and 8th Avenue, according to a CNN report.
City officials said an investigation is ongoing and no other suspicious data is available. The city government suggested that citizens who may have information about the shooting come forward. In a joint statement, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik and Police Chief Brian Harding said, “We will bring the investigation. “”The culprits are brought to justice, and we want the help of our network to do so. For those who have information about this horrific shooting, we want you to speak out to prevent further violence and retaliation. This can be done anonymously,” CNN reported.
Malik and Harding said, “This morning, our city is shocked after the devastation of senseless violence. With more than two dozen victims, grief and trauma echo throughout Akron today as we search for answers. Our city, our hearts faint, to those who suffer and to their loved ones. “According to the release, officials responded to the scene shortly after the dispatch center received calls and reports from hospitals of multiple gunshot victims who responded to emergency services.
According to police, a total of 25 other people were shot, including the user who died. In a statement to CNN, the hospital said seven patients with gunshot wounds were admitted to Cleveland Akron General Clinic for treatment, adding one user in critical condition. The Summa Health System-Akron campus gained 15 patients, CNN reported, citing a statement from spokesman Mike Bernstein. Of those patients, one died on arrival, another user is in critical condition, and thirteen others suffered non-life-threatening injuries. He said several people were injured and others were evacuated around 4:30 a. m. (local time). (ANI)
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