Tragedy struck in Canton when a 35-year-old man was killed in a shooting incident. The unfortunate event occurred near noon today in the 200 block of Cornell Street.
The shooting took place following a brief confrontation between the victim and the suspect, both of whom resided within the local area. Post-shooting, the victim was quickly transported to a local hospital but unfortunately couldn’t survive his injuries.
On arrival at the scene, local law enforcement officers and paramedics found the victim lying on the street with a gunshot wound.
Immediately following the incident, the suspect took himself into his home and put up a barricade. After a series of commands issued by the officers, the suspect finally surrendered peacefully and was taken into custody. The suspect remains in custody as a detailed investigation is currently underway.
Canton Police Chief called the act “senseless violence” and expressed his deepest condolences to the family of the victim, and also acknowledged the shock and sadness of the local community who may have witnessed the devastating event.
At present, the victim’s identity is being withheld until the family can be rightly informed. Stay locked in for more updates as we continue to follow this story. Please consider reaching out if you have any information that might help the ongoing investigation.
