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Man arrested after allegedly shooting brother in Canton

The victim has been identified as 36-year-old Travis T. Billheimer of Canton.

CANTON, Ohio — A 38-year-old Canton man has been arrested on charges of felonious assault and domestic violence after police say he shot his brother early Monday morning.

Canton police say it was around 2:40 a.m. when officers responded to the 1400 block of 14th Street NW.

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The victim -- who police have identified as 36-year-old Travis T. Billheimer of Canton -- was found outside a residence "where he appeared to have sustained several gunshot wounds." Police say he was taken to a local hospital in critical condition.

Christopher Billheimer, who has been identified as the suspect, was arrested at the scene.

Police did not release any additional details as the case remains under investigation. Anybody with information is asked to call the Canton Police Detective Bureau at 330-489-3144.

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