Rootstown Township, OH – Two men were found dead following a reported shooting late Thursday night in Rootstown Township, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Portage County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Portage County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched at 10:07 p.m. Thursday after the county’s 911 Center received a call reporting a verbal altercation involving a firearm at a residence on Biltz Road. While deputies were en route, a second 911 call was received at 10:09 p.m., reporting that three shots had been fired.
When deputies arrived at the home, they discovered two adult males lying on the floor, both suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Authorities identified the individuals as 40-year-old Bradley Goldner and 31-year-old Andrew Carney. A firearm was located on the floor between the two men, according to officials.
Life-saving measures were immediately attempted by responding deputies and emergency personnel. However, both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene due to their injuries.
Investigators say the incident is believed to be a murder-suicide, though the case remains under active investigation by the Portage County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau. No additional suspects are believed to be involved at this time.
Officials have not released further details regarding the relationship between the two men or what may have led up to the shooting. The incident occurred in Rootstown Township, located in Portage County, east of Akron in Northeast Ohio.
Authorities say more information may be released as the investigation continues.
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