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One dead after early morning shooting in west Toledo

The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on Sunday, July 14. Anyone with information is asked to call or text Crimestopper.
Credit: WTOL

TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo police are investigating a early morning shooting in west Toledo that has left one man dead.

According to Toledo police, officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Eleanor Avenue at around 2 a.m. on Sunday, July 14 for a potential shooting.

According to officers on scene, one victim was located suffering from at least one gunshot wound following a drive-by shooting.

Authorities state the victim, identified by police as Perrion James, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

A suspect and motive behind the shooting have not yet been identified.

Police are continuing to investigate the incident. If you have any information, you are asked to call or text Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111. You can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward. 

  

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