Shooting at Dash Stadium Under Investigation: FOX8 Working to Uncover Details After Friday Night Incident
CLEVELAND, OH — July 6, 2025
FOX8 is conducting an in-depth investigation into a shooting incident that occurred Friday night at Dash Stadium, home of the Cleveland Guardians’ Triple-A affiliate, igniting concern and prompting an enhanced police presence as authorities piece together the unfolding events.
🎯 What We Know So Far
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Timeline & Location: The shooting transpired after last night’s baseball game, with law enforcement called to the stadium grounds shortly after. Exact timing remains unclear, as fans were still exiting the venue.
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Victim Status: At least one person sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, according to early police advisories. The victim was treated on-site and later transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. No fatalities have been reported.
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Suspect Information: Police have not released details regarding a suspect, suspect vehicles, or possible motives. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
👮 Law Enforcement Response
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Cleveland Police immediately cordoned off sections of the stadium’s parking area and adjacent zones.
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Officers collected evidence, including shell casings and surveillance footage, aimed at reconstructing the sequence of events.
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Stadium security assisted heavily, reviewing internal cameras and conducting witness interviews among attendees and late-night staff.
📣 FOX8 at the Scene
FOX8 crews were present at the scene within minutes and are working closely with police to secure confirmed information. Live updates were broadcast throughout the evening as officers navigated through crowd control efforts, medical response, and evidence preservation.
👥 Witness Reports
Several fans exiting the final innings reported hearing a sudden burst of gunfire, followed by screams and visible panic among crowd members. “At first I thought it was fireworks or a car backfiring,” said one attendee. “Then I saw people running and realized something was terribly wrong.”
🔎 Next Steps in the Investigation
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Reviewing CCTV & bodycams: Investigators are analyzing video from stadium cameras and responding officers.
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Interviewing Witnesses: Guest services is advising anyone who witnessed the incident—or heard gunshots—to contact Cleveland police or FOX8.
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Evidence Collection: Shell casings and any recovered bullets are being forensically examined to determine weapon types and obtain ballistic matches.
🛡️ Public Safety & Stadium Security
The shooting has raised pressing questions regarding security protocols at Dash Stadium, especially during evening games. Stadium officials have not yet issued a statement, but a review of security footage and post-game clearance procedures is expected.
Police are urging fans to remain vigilant: report suspicious individuals, abandoned vehicles, or weapons, and follow instructions from law enforcement and stadium staff promptly.
💬 What FOX8 Will Do Next
FOX8 is dedicated to providing accurate, up-to-date coverage of this troubling incident. Expect:
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Exclusive interviews with officials and eyewitnesses
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Follow-up on victim’s condition and any arrests made
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Analysis of stadium security and response measures
Stay tuned for live updates on-air, online at FOX8.com, and on the FOX8 News mobile app.
If you have information related to the shooting, authorities request you call the Cleveland Division of Police Homicide Unit at (216) 621-1234, or submit an anonymous tip via Crime Stoppers at (216) 123-TIPS (8477).