CLEVELAND, Ohio — Police are investigating after two people were injured in separate blow dart attacks that occurred Monday afternoon on Cleveland’s west side.
According to authorities, officers were initially dispatched to the 2700 block of Clark Avenue around 4 p.m. after receiving reports of an assault involving a woman.
When officers arrived, they found a 56-year-old woman who had been struck by multiple long-needle darts. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Investigators said the woman told police she knew the suspect and had been involved in a confrontation with him earlier in the day. During that earlier encounter, she reported being punched in the face. Later, after the two crossed paths again, the suspect allegedly used a blow dart gun to shoot her.
While investigating that incident, officers learned a second victim had also sought medical treatment after being struck by blow darts.
The second victim, a 40-year-old man, told police he was near West 25th Street when he was hit. He reported seeing a man in the area but said he did not know the individual. After being struck, he fled the scene and contacted emergency responders.
Both victims were hospitalized for treatment. Their conditions have not been released.
Police believe the two incidents may be connected and are continuing to investigate. As of Wednesday, no arrests had been announced and the suspect remained at large.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Cleveland police.
