MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio — The Maple Heights Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that took place at 17501 Broadway Avenue on Thursday night.
Police responded to the scene at 7:41 p.m. after getting reports of a female being shot. Upon arrival, the police discovered a woman with a gunshot wound to her chest.
The victim was transported to Cleveland MetroHealth Medical Center, where she passed away.
According to the Maple Heights Police Department, a witness saw a male flee the area after the shooting.
At 9:14 p.m., the North Randall Police Department located the suspect at a gas station and took him into custody.
At this time, the female victim has not been identified.
The Maple Heights Police Department encourages anyone with information on this case to contact the Maple Heights Detective Bureau by phone at (216) 587-9624 or by email at Detectives@mhpd-ohio.com.
Information can also be directed to Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County, Inc. at (216) 252-7463.
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