Posted: 11/25/2012
MAPLE HEIGHTS, Ohio - Maple Heights police are investigating a deadly overnight shooting.
Police received several 911 calls about a man shot around 2:30 a.m. Sunday.
Officers found a 26-year-old man on the ground and bleeding on Rochelle Drive. He was taken to the hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Investigators said a fight had broken out a party, which led to the shooting.
The Cuyahoga County Corner's Office has identified the victim as Marlon Alexander Sr. of Cleveland.
Police took three people into custody, but no charges have been filed.
Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call Maple Heights Police.
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