Crime
Murder-Suicide: 2 dead, 2 injured after shooting in Cleveland’s Old Brooklyn neighborhood
The suspect subsequently shot himself.
Cleveland, OH – The Cleveland Division of Police Second District responded to a call for service regarding shots fired in the 2700 block of Natchez Avenue at approximately 5:00 PM.
Upon arrival, officers discovered three victims with gunshot wounds.
Preliminary investigations indicate that a 22-year-old male, later identified as the suspect, arrived at the location and became involved in a verbal argument with a 24-year-old female. During the altercation, the suspect opened fire, striking the female and two other individuals – a 21-year-old female and a 26-year-old male.
Officers were able to locate the suspect at the scene. As they approached, the suspect fled on foot, prompting a pursuit.
The suspect subsequently shot himself.
Emergency medical services responded and pronounced the 24-year-old female deceased. The other two victims were transported to the hospital. One victim is in stable condition, while the other is in serious but stable condition.
The suspect was also transported to the hospital and was later pronounced deceased.
The incident is currently being investigated as a murder-suicide. However, this information is subject to change as the investigation progresses.
