News Summary
A mass shooting outside Play Bar and Grill in Cleveland has resulted in six injuries from multiple gunshot wounds, leading to an ongoing investigation by local authorities. The incident unfolded during a busy weekend evening, shortly after reports of a dispute inside the bar escalated outside. Officials confirmed that several shooters were involved, with one of the injured believed to be a gunman. The city has since boarded up the establishment in response to safety concerns. Eyewitness accounts of chaos and the community’s worry about gun violence continue to surface.
Cleveland – A mass shooting outside Play Bar and Grill in Cleveland, Ohio, on Sunday evening has left six individuals injured, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities. The shooting occurred around 6:15 p.m. in the 1000 block of West 10th Street, situated in the bustling neighborhood of The Flats.
Multiple reports of gunfire were received by Cleveland police shortly after fire crews were dispatched to manage overcrowding at the bar. Initial investigations indicate that a dispute originating inside Play Bar and Grill escalated into altercations outside, ultimately leading to the shooting. An extensive scene was established, resulting in the recovery of a total of 40 shell casings from four different firearms.
Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd confirmed that several shooters were involved in the incident. Among the injured, a 21-year-old man, believed to be one of the gunmen, sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including injuries to the abdomen, and has since been taken into custody. Three victims are reported to be in critical condition, while other injured individuals include a 21-year-old woman shot in the foot, a 44-year-old man shot in the knee, a 22-year-old man shot in the thigh, an 18-year-old woman shot in the abdomen, and a 16-year-old boy shot in the mouth. All injured parties were transported to local hospitals by the Cleveland Division of Emergency Medical Services; however, their current conditions remain undisclosed.
No arrests were made immediately at the scene, but police officials anticipate more arrests as the investigation progresses. In response to the shooting, the city has boarded up Play Bar and Grill, reflecting heightened concerns over public safety. The establishment’s head of security has asserted that the bar was not involved in the incident and claimed that the perpetrators were never inside the venue.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb has expressed outrage over the prevalence of gun violence in the city, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to ensuring public safety. During the time of the shooting, a significant crowd of approximately 100,000 people were present in downtown Cleveland for a Browns game, which may have strained police resources in The Flats area.
Eyewitness accounts depict scenes of chaos as patrons fled the gunfire, with some running along RTA train tracks in search of safety. Local residents reported hearing bullets strike occupied vehicles, narrowly missing several individuals. Surveillance footage from the scene reportedly shows the chaos, confirming that the shooters were positioned away from the bar itself.
The managing partner of Play Bar and Grill has criticized the city’s decision to close the establishment, questioning the fairness of the response and suggesting possible racial motives behind the decision. The bar had faced several citations related to prior incidents, as documented by city officials.
The Cleveland Police are actively continuing their investigation and are seeking additional information from the public regarding the events that transpired. As the community grapples with the repercussions of this violent incident, the focus remains on ensuring the safety and security of local residents and addressing the ongoing issues related to gun violence in the area.
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