EUCLID, Ohio — A 17-year-old boy was killed, and four other teen boys were injured in a shooting Friday evening, according to Euclid Police.
About an hour after a Euclid High School football game ended, five teens ranging from 16 to 17 were shot on Nicholas Avenue near East 222nd Street, Euclid Police said.
The shooting did not occur on Euclid High School's campus but near a Euclid fire station, and police said officers were in the area conducting crowd control when the shooting happened.
Three of the five were transported to University Hospitals, while the other two were transported to Hillcrest Hospital, according to Euclid Fire and EMS.
Police said that the shooting was not a random act of violence and there is no threat to the public.
Euclid Police are actively investigating and ask anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact the Euclid Police Detective Bureau at 216-289-8505.
On Saturday, Euclid City Schools released the following statement:
Late last night, a tragic shooting occurred in our community, impacting five students, including those from Euclid City Schools and other local schools. With deep regret, we share that one teen has passed away as a result of this incident. While the student was not enrolled in Euclid City Schools, we mourn the loss of a young life and extend our deepest condolences to the family and community.
Starting Tuesday, counselors will be available at each school every day this week to support our students and staff during this difficult time. We are committed to maintaining a safe and supportive environment and will continue to uphold strict safety protocols in all district buildings.
The Euclid Police Department is leading the investigation, and we are cooperating with their efforts. As always, we ask our community to join us in keeping our campuses safe. If you see something, say something. Please report any safety concerns or share information related to this incident by calling (216) 797-7867 (STOP).
Our thoughts are with all those affected, and we remain committed to the safety and well-being of our entire school community
Unfortunately, neighbors near the fire station said this is nothing new.
"You hear this stuff over here all the time," Lauren Mihelich said. "I've been in Euclid my whole life, 37 years, and it seems it's getting worse and worse."
News 5 will continue to follow this story and provide updates when they become available.
