Shooting in Ohio: One person dead, 24 others injured | World news

One person was killed and 24 others injured in a shooting early Sunday in Akron, Ohio, CNN reported, citing city authorities.

According to a statement from the mayor and the city’s police chief, officers responded to 911 calls shortly after gunshots were reported and several victims were struck in the area between Kelly Avenue and 8th Avenue, according to a CNN report.

City officials said the investigation is ongoing and no further information is available on the suspect. City officials urged residents who may have information about the shooting to come forward.

In a joint statement, Akron Mayor Shammas Malik and Police Chief Brian Harding said: “We will bring those responsible to justice and we need the help of our community to do so. Those with information about this gruesome shooting must come forward to prevent further violence and retaliation. This can be done anonymously,” CNN reported.

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Malik and Harding said, “This morning, our city is reeling from the devastation caused by senseless violence. With more than two dozen victims, the pain and trauma are being felt throughout Akron today as we search for answers. As with all acts of violence in our city, our thoughts are with the victims and their families.”

According to the press release, officers arrived at the scene shortly after dispatch received calls and reports from hospitals that several gunshot victims had arrived at the emergency room.

In total, 25 people were injured by gunshot wounds, including the man killed, police said. In a statement to CNN, the hospital said seven patients with gunshot wounds were taken to Cleveland Clinic Akron General for treatment, with one person in critical condition.

Summa Health System-Akron Campus admitted 15 patients, CNN reported, citing spokesman Mike Bernstein’s statement. One of those patients was dead on arrival, another person is in critical condition and 13 others suffered non-life-threatening injuries, Bernstein said. He said several injured people were released around 4:30 a.m. local time.