Akron Children’s Hospital locked after girl, 4, ‘killed and man injured in shooting as gunman fired into crowd’

Akron Children’s Hospital locked after girl, 4, ‘killed and man injured in shooting as gunman fired into crowd’

A HOSPITAL is on lockdown after a four-year-old girl has died and a man is in critical condition after a shooting into a large crowd, according to local reports.

Police took the girl to Akron Children’s Hospital after the event, where they asked people to stay in place.

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A four-year-old girl was reportedly shot dead outside Akron Children’s HospitalCredit: Akron Children’s Hospital

The girl was confirmed dead by Akron police, Lieutenant Michael Miller said.

A 40-year-old man was also taken to Akron General Hospital, where he is in critical condition. WKYC reported.

Officials said the shooting was unrelated to demonstrations taking place.

People are reportedly protesting after the shooting of Jayland Walker.

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