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Man killed, other injured in drive-by shooting on Akron's southwest side

A 5-year-old girl was also injured, although it is not known at this time if she was shot.

Akron police say one person is dead following a drive-by shooting on the city's southwest side Saturday afternoon.

The incident occurred on the 1300 block of Manchester Road. The deceased has been identified as 26-year-old Ralph Hartwell Jr., of Akron.

Credit: Mark Smilor, WKYC

Officials say a 20-year-old man was seriously injured in the shooting and is said to be "fighting for his life." A 5-year-old girl was also in the car and was hurt, although it is unclear if she was shot.

Authorities say they are looking for a silver Ford Focus with a damaged or missing passenger-side mirror in connection with the crime.

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