19-year-old dead, 17-year-old hospitalized following shooting in Cleveland’s Fairfax neighborhood

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A 19-year-old died and a 17-year-old was hospitalized following an overnight shooting in Cleveland.

Police responded to the 8000 block of Golden Avenue for a shooting, according to Sgt. Jennifer Ciaccia.

This is in the city’s Fairfax neighborhood.

Police confirmed 17-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the leg and was taken to University Hospitals in serious condition.

The 19-year-old, later identified as Kanye Williams, was transported to University Hospitals after being found slumped in a car behind a home in the 7900 block of Golden Avenue. Officials confirmed he later died from his injuries.

Police said the victims were in a group when two suspects opened fire on the group. Officials said the suspects are believed to be juvenile males.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact police at 216-623-5464.

Anonymous tips can also be left with the Cuyahoga County Crimestoppers, where a cash reward of up to $5,000 may be available.

Officials confirmed the shooting is still under investigation.

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