Mass shooting in Akron leaves 1 dead, nearly 30 hurt

AKRON, Ohio — One man is dead and nearly 30 others are injured following a mass shooting in Akron early Sunday morning. 

The Akron Police Department responded to the area of Kelly and 8th Avenue for several reports of shots fired shortly after midnight. 

“Shortly after those calls came in, the call center received notifications from local hospitals that multiple persons were arriving in the emergency departments with gunshot wounds,” according to Akron police.

At this time, Akron police say it’s believed there are 27 victims from the shooting, including one confirmed fatality involving a 27-year-old man.

“One firearm and several dozen casings have been recovered from the scene,” according to a press release from Akron police.

It is unclear what led to the shooting and no arrests have been made at this time.

“The investigation is in its preliminary stages and more information will be provided when it becomes available,” according to Akron police.

Anybody with information is asked to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip.

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