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CRIME & SAFETY
12 shot, 1 killed over weekend in Cleveland; no suspects named at this time
CLEVELAND — Statistics show crime is down in Cleveland this year compared to last, but unfortunately, that didn't stop this past weekend from turning especially violent. According to the Cleveland Division of Police, 12 people were shot in seven separate conflicts beginning late Friday night into early Monday morning. The incidents included the death of an 18-year-old man, a pair of triple shootings, and the injury of a 12-year-old girl.
Call the Police if You See One of These Outside Your House in Ohio!
Ohio, known as the Buckeye State, is home to bustling cities, charming small towns, and a rich history that reflects the heart of America. However, like any other state, Ohio faces its share of crime and safety challenges. Home safety is a top priority for residents, as being aware of potential threats can make all the difference in preventing crime. This article aims to educate Ohioans about common signs of suspicious activity and what steps to take if they encounter these threats outside their homes.
Officer who shot Tamir Rice dead in Cleveland resigns from new police job in West Virginia
Timothy Loehmann, the former Cleveland police officer who fatally shot Black 12-year-old Tamir Rice in 2014, kicking off nationwide protests, resigned from a small town West Virginia police department, according to local officials. “As of July 1, 2024, Timothy Loehmann has resigned his position and is no longer an employee,” according to a statement to NBC News from White Sulpher Springs mayor Kathy Glover, adding that she wouldn’t comment further on a personnel matter.The Independent has contacted Loehmann for comment.City Council member Thomas Taylor told Cleveland.com the decision was “due to the public outcry” around the hiring of Loehmann,...
Woman taken to hospital after Cleveland house fire
CLEVELAND — A 55-year-old woman was taken to the hospital Tuesday morning after a house fire on West 105th Street near Western Avenue in Cleveland. In a post on X, Cleveland fire officials say the woman was taken to MetroHealth Medical Center in stable condition. Damages are listed at...
Woman dies after car collides head-on into barrier in Cleveland
CLEVELAND — A woman was killed after her car veered into a traffic barrier on I-90 in Cleveland overnight Sunday, police said. A Cleveland police sergeant confirmed that the 55-year-old woman was driving eastbound on I-90 at around 2:45 a.m. Sunday when her car veered out of the lane for "unknown reasons." The car collided head-on into a jersey barrier before being forced off the roadway and up an embankment where it hit a fence.
Cleveland man indicted in April 2 Amherst shooting, may claim self-defense
A Cleveland man who allegedly shot at a car in April in Amherst is now facing one felony and one misdemeanor charge in Lorain County Common Pleas Court, and court records indicate he may claim self-defense in the April 2 incident. Lavelle Lewis, 29, of West 150th Street, was indicted...
Suspect pleads not guilty to charges in car crash that killed two on Cleveland’s West Side
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Cleveland man pleaded not guilty Tuesday to charges that his reckless driving caused a crash that killed two people in the city’s Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood last month. Darnell Williams, 27, was indicted Friday on two counts of aggravated vehicular homicide. He appeared for his arraignment...
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