Crime
18-year-old Lashae Ellis killed after shooting at Akron Halloween party
A Halloween party in Akron, Ohio, turned deadly on Saturday night after an 18-year-old woman, Lashae Ellis, was fatally shot.
Two other teenagers, a 16-year-old male and a 17-year-old female, were also injured but are expected to recover.
According to the Akron Police Department, officers responded to a call at a residence in the 1400 block of Canton Road around 10:45 PM.
They found Ellis suffering from a gunshot wound and transported her to a hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
An 18-year-old male was apprehended after a brief chase and found discarding a handgun.
He has been charged with Carrying a Concealed Weapon and Obstructing Official Business, but his connection to the shooting is still under investigation.
Authorities are searching for the individual who opened fire during the party.
As this is an ongoing investigation, additional information will be shared as it becomes available. We urge anyone with information about this incident to contact Detective Sergeant Troyer at 330-734-4106.
Monroe, LA – The Monroe Police Department (MPD) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Hibbett Sports, located in the 2700 block of Louisville Avenue.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the altercation originated as a dispute over shoes inside a nearby shopping mall.
The conflict escalated and spilled over into the Hibbett Sports store, where shots were fired.
Investigators have determined that this was not a random act of violence.
According to police, the individuals involved were known to each other, and the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation inside the store.
MPD detectives are actively reviewing surveillance footage, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Monroe Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
This remains a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.