Crime
Canton Police Search for Malachi Lee-Shawn Fortner in Deadly Shooting of 21-Year-Old Stephon Dunn
CANTON, Ohio — Authorities are actively searching for 18-year-old Malachi Lee-Shawn Fortner, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Stephon Dunn.
The incident occurred Thursday evening in the 1500 block of Clarendon Avenue SW, according to the Canton Police Department.
Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly after 8:45 p.m. in response to reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they located Dunn lying in a yard with an apparent gunshot wound to the back.
Officers immediately began life-saving measures, including CPR, until emergency medical personnel from the Canton Fire Department arrived.
Dunn was transported to Aultman Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.
Following an initial investigation, detectives obtained arrest warrants for Fortner, who is now wanted on charges of murder and felonious assault.
The Canton Police Department is urging anyone with knowledge of Fortner’s location to come forward. Tips can be reported by calling the Canton Police Communications Center at 330-649-5800, or the Detective Bureau at 330-489-3144.
Anonymous information can also be submitted through Tip411 or by contacting Stark County Crime Stoppers.
Authorities caution that Fortner may be armed and should not be approached.
Anyone who sees him is advised to contact law enforcement immediately.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.