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TPD makes arrest in fatal east Toledo shooting

The incident occurred at Beer 30 on Front and Maryland around 1 a.m. Thursday.

TOLEDO, Ohio — One man is dead following an overnight shooting in an east Toledo bar.

This happened shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday at Beer 30, located on Front Street and Maryland.

Officers said Steven Lacourse, 35, was shot inside of the bar and died at the scene. Medics tried to save the man's life but were unsuccessful.

The suspect, Vashawn Dixon, 33, was found near the scene. He was arrested and charged with murder.

According to police, the shooting started with an altercation between the victim and two other patrons inside of the bar. 

Credit: Joe Cromer

Anyone with information on the case is asked to Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111.

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