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Woman shot in East Cleveland's Forest Hill neighborhood; suspect in custody after standoff

She was taken to the hospital, & her exact condition is unknown.
Credit: Kelly Matter, 3News

EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio — A woman has been taken to the hospital following a shooting in East Cleveland Thursday evening, leading to a standoff between the suspect and police.

Officials say the woman was shot near Superior Avenue in the Forest Hill neighborhood. Her exact condition is unknown at this time.

The male suspect barricaded himself inside a nearby apartment building. East Cleveland authorities evacuated the third floor, but the man was later taken into custody without further incident.

This is a developing story. Please stay with 3News for updates as they become available.

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