Lorain shooting: Police officers shot at on Colorado Avenue, suspect at large

Two Lorain County police officers were shot and injured on Colorado Ave, Ohio. Heavy police presence; nearby Horizon Education Center placed on lockdown.

Updated on: Jul 24, 2025, 24:02:25 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Two police officers with the Lorain County Sheriff's Office were shot at on Colorado Avenue in Lorain, Ohio, on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in injuries.

The incident happened at the intersection of Colorado Avenue at the intersection of Missouri Avenue and Henderson Drive.

As of now, there is a heavy police presence at Colorado Avenue, where the shooting took place. Horizon Education Centers, which is located on the said street, was put on lockdown, with no one allowed in or out of the building, as per News 5 Cleveland.

This is a developing story.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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