Crime
18-year-old Derrick Rogers killed in south Toledo shooting
Police have not made any arrests and reported that there are no suspects at this time.
TOLEDO, Ohio — A shooting in south Toledo on Monday night left one person dead and another injured, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Toledo Police Department.
Authorities responded to a report of gunfire at an apartment complex located on Arlington Avenue shortly after 9:30 p.m.
While en route to the scene, officers stopped a vehicle driving erratically at the intersection of Byrne Road and Hill Avenue.
Inside the vehicle, they discovered a 20-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his arm. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment and is expected to recover.
Upon arrival at the apartment complex, officers located a second victim, identified as 18-year-old Derrick Rogers, in a nearby parking lot.
Rogers had sustained at least one gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police have not made any arrests and reported that there are no suspects at this time.
Investigators are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111. Tips can be provided anonymously, and individuals may be eligible for a cash reward.
This investigation is ongoing. Further updates will be provided as new details emerge.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.