AKRON, Ohio — An investigation is underway after a bail bondsman was shot in Akron on Thursday night.
Akron police say the incident happened around 8:15 p.m. in the 1100 block of 7th Avenue when a group of bail bondsmen arrived at a home to serve a warrant.
"Moments after approaching the house, an unknown suspect fired multiple shots, striking a 37-year-old male bounty hunter at least once," said Akron police in a press release.
Officials say that the victim was taken to Summa Health Akron City Hospital in serious condition.
Following the incident, police detained "several occupants who exited the house." A 16-year-old boy and an 18-year-old man, who had outstanding warrants, were later transported to Summit County facilities.
Police say they recovered shell casings and other evidence at the scene.
At this time, investigators are working to determine more about the incident and who fired the shots.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip.
In addition, anonymous information can be given to the following:
- The Summit County Crimestoppers
- Call 330-434-COPS
- Text TIPSCO with your tips
- 274637
- Download the Akron PD app and submit information by texting Tips411
