Two teenage boys were wounded in a shooting Tuesday afternoon in Cleveland’s North Broadway neighborhood, with police describing their injuries as non-life-threatening. Officers were called out around 12:30 p.m., where they found a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old who had been hit by gunfire. Detectives with the Cleveland Division of Police say the shooter has not been identified and the case remains under active investigation.
Officers responded to the 5700 block of Broadway Avenue after reports that two people had been shot, according to News 5 Cleveland. The outlet reports that both teens were taken to a nearby hospital to be treated for injuries that are not considered life-threatening. Authorities on the scene released only limited information about what happened.
The Cleveland Division of Police Third District confirmed the shooting and said detectives are actively working the case, Cleveland 19 reports. According to the station, no arrests have been made, and police have not released the victims’ names or offered any information about a possible motive.
Context on Broadway and East Side incidents
This latest incident comes amid a recent run of East Side violence. Earlier this month, three teens were shot in separate incidents near Broadway and surrounding streets, one of whom later died, News 5 Cleveland previously reported. That earlier coverage noted renewed calls for witnesses to share any video or tips with investigators, and neighborhood groups have again urged city leaders to increase resources aimed at curbing daytime violence.
Investigation status
Detectives are continuing to investigate Tuesday’s shooting, and police have not announced any arrests, according to Cleveland 19. Authorities have held back additional details for now as they work through evidence and interview potential witnesses.
