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This morning police fired shots at a suspect near Roxboro Elementary School in Solon. He managed to escape and no injuries were reported.
According to FOX 8, police were pursuing the suspect who was fleeing in a minivan. The vehicle is believed to be stolen, and the incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. In the pursuit, the van struck another vehicle, leaving the two victims inside with minor injuries.
The stolen van is believed to have been involved in a recent armed robbery.
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From FOX 8:
The minivan fled south on SOM Center Road, then west on Arthur Road, then north on Solon Boulevard, where the suspect rear-ended another vehicle near the elementary school, and came to a stop, according to police. The suspect got out of the car with a loaded handgun, police said.
“Shots were fired and the suspect fled on foot southeast-bound through some backyards,” reads the release. “After a short foot chase, the suspect surrendered.”
To read the entire report from FOX 8, [click here].
If you have any information about the stolen vehicle or the alleged thief who was driving it, you’re encouraged to contact the Solon police department.
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