Teen Arrested In Connection With Little Italy Robbery, Shooting

CLEVELAND, OH — Cleveland police have arrested a teen in connection with a string of recent robberies and a shooting in the Little Italy community.

Investigators said they continue to look into four aggravated robberies involving motor vehicles in the the area.

Police said the suspects have been described as two teenage boys spotted using a black handgun with green laser on it.

One of the teens recently arrested was 14-years-old.

The victims have been younger females, police said.

During an incident on Dec. 27, 2021 at Mayfield Road and Random Road, police said one of the victims sustained a non-fatal gunshot wound.

This case and the others remain under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Third District Detective Unit at 216-623-5318. Anonymous information can be provided by calling CrimeStoppers at 216-25-CRIME.

A cash reward of up to $5,000 may be available.