An early morning shooting on a street in Ohio resulted in the death of one person and injuries to 24 others, some critically, according to police reports. The incident occurred just after midnight in the city of Akron, where multiple victims were struck by gunfire.
Local hospitals quickly responded to the emergency, with reports of individuals arriving in their emergency departments with gunshot wounds. Captain Michael Miller, a public information officer with the Akron police, confirmed that there were a total of 25 victims, including one fatality. Some of the victims were in critical condition, while others sustained injuries that were not life-threatening.
As of Sunday morning, no arrests had been made in connection with the shooting. The police investigation is still in its early stages, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact detectives.
According to reports from WEWS-TV, the shooting took place during a street party in the area. An eyewitness described the scene as a lively gathering, with hundreds of people dressed in white T-shirts and women dancing on top of vehicles. The festive atmosphere was abruptly disrupted by the sound of gunfire.
Law enforcement officers discovered numerous bullet casings and recovered a firearm from the scene. The incident has shocked the community and raised concerns about public safety in the area.
