Crime
Two Dead, One Critically Injured in Targeted Shooting Outside Colerain Township Businesses
The SUV, riddled with bullet holes, appeared to be the primary target of the attack.
COLERAIN TOWNSHIP, OH – A shooting along a busy stretch of Colerain Avenue Thursday afternoon left two people dead and one critically injured, prompting an extensive police investigation into the violent incident.
Authorities were dispatched to the area around 1 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire near Popeyes and Walgreens, located on Colerain Avenue close to Springdale Road.
Upon arrival, officers discovered that three males had been shot in what Colerain police describe as a targeted attack.
Two victims were found deceased inside an SUV parked in the Shell/Popeyes parking lot, while a third individual was located across Colerain Avenue near Walgreens.
The surviving victim, described as being in critical but stable condition, was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The SUV, riddled with bullet holes, appeared to be the primary target of the attack.
Witnesses reported hearing at least 30 rounds of gunfire, which they described as “nonstop.”
The third victim, found near Walgreens, is believed to have been struck by a stray bullet, although police have not officially confirmed this information.
While details remain limited, police have issued a Be On the Lookout (BOLO) for a white Chevy Malibu or Impala. According to initial reports, the vehicle was operated by a man armed with an assault rifle.
Authorities have not yet released a description of the suspect or any potential motive for the shooting.
One witness described the chaotic scene, saying, “There was every bit of 30 rounds being let off. Every bit. It was nonstop.”
Another witness expressed concern about the frequency of gun violence in the area, adding, “This is happening too often. It’s heartbreaking to see innocent lives lost in such a violent way.”
Colerain police are actively investigating the incident, which spans two distinct crime scenes near the Popeyes/Shell parking lot and the Walgreens. Authorities are working to gather surveillance footage from the area and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
Police have urged anyone with information about the shooting or the suspect vehicle to come forward. Tips can be provided to the Colerain Township Police Department or submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
This is a developing story. Further updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred on Northern Spy Road near Gravel Pond in Clarks Summit.
According to law enforcement officials, a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound was transported to the emergency room by her brother.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.
In response to the incident, SWAT teams have been activated, as a male suspect remains inside the residence.
Law enforcement is working to secure the scene and ensure public safety.
Further details regarding the victim’s condition and the status of the suspect have not yet been released.
Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area as the situation continues to unfold.