US: Authorities responding to shooting incident in Akron, Ohio, late July 8

Event

Authorities are responding to a shooting incident at Princeton Street in Summit Hill neighborhood, Akron, Ohio, late July 8. Reports indicate that an armed man opened fire at a gathering, killing one and injuring another person. Unconfirmed reports suggest that authorities placed Akron Children's Hospital on lockdown.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely at the incident location as well as near Akron Children's Hospital in the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the affected area until authorities give the all clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent related disruptions through late July 8. Heed the instructions of security personnel.