Crime
Road Rage Turns Violent: Shooting and High-Speed Chase Culminate in Crash at Leavitt and Meister Roads in Lorain
Authorities in Lorain, Ohio, are investigating a violent road rage incident that escalated into a shooting and a high-speed police pursuit, ultimately ending in a crash at the intersection of Leavitt Road (State Route 58) and Meister Road.
According to eyewitnesses, the suspect vehicle was reportedly traveling at dangerously high speeds—estimated between 80 and 100 miles per hour—northbound on Leavitt Road toward Lake Erie.
Multiple police cruisers were in pursuit as the suspect attempted to flee.
The situation unfolded rapidly and culminated in a collision at the intersection of Leavitt and Meister Roads.
The exact circumstances leading up to the crash are still under investigation, but reports indicate that gunfire was exchanged during the course of the road rage incident that initiated the chase.
It is not yet known whether anyone was injured as a result of the shooting or the crash.
Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after the incident, and police established a perimeter while securing the area.
Investigators are now working to gather details from witnesses and reviewing any available surveillance or dashcam footage.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the identity of the suspect or the number of vehicles involved in the pursuit.
The Lorain Police Department has not released an official statement at this time. More information is expected as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Lorain Police Department.
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.