OHIO — An 18-year-old man was shot and killed Thursday evening in what authorities are calling a “calculated, targeted murder,” according to Cleveland Heights Police Chief Joseph Mays.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire just after 8:30 p.m. in the 4100 block of Verona Road.
Upon arrival, they found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition and later died.
Witnesses told police that a red or maroon Nissan Murano pulled up near the victim. A male suspect exited the vehicle, opened fire, and then fled the scene in the SUV.
Police are still searching for the suspect and vehicle.
Anyone with information is urged to call police at 216-381-1234 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers by calling 216-252-7463 or visiting www.25crime.com. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment.
