Crime
18-year-old Rajhion Davis killed in Canton shooting
An 18-year-old man, identified as Rajhion Davis, was tragically killed in a shooting incident that occurred Tuesday night in Canton, Ohio.
According to the Canton Police Department, a 911 call was received around 8:30 PM reporting a shooting in the area of 10th Street NW and High Avenue NW.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 19-year-old female victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
She was transported to Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital and is currently listed in stable condition.
A short time later, Rajhion Davis arrived at the same hospital with a fatal gunshot wound to his chest.
Investigators believe that both individuals were injured during the same incident.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting are currently under investigation.
The death of Rajhion Davis marks the second gun-related homicide in Canton this year.
Merced Police Department officers are actively investigating a shooting that occurred near Merino Park in North Merced on Tuesday afternoon.
At approximately 3:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area following multiple reports of gunfire in the vicinity of the park.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a gunshot victim near the intersection of Morning Dove Avenue and Sunrise Drive, just east of Merino Park.
First responders rendered aid at the scene before the victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The extent of the victim’s injuries has not yet been disclosed.
A short time later, officers detained an individual in the surrounding area.
At this time, it remains unclear whether the person taken into custody is the suspected shooter or otherwise involved in the incident.
Authorities have not released any additional details regarding a motive or the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Investigators remain on scene, canvassing the area and gathering evidence.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
The Merced Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.