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Lorain Police Say 18-Year-Old's Park Death Was an Accidental Shooting by Juvenile Relative

Forensic testing of a recovered handgun will guide a prosecutor review on potential charges.

Overview

  • Detectives say a juvenile family member handling a firearm inside a parked car accidentally fired the shot that killed Isaac Brocco-Rivera.
  • Investigators recovered a second handgun at a different location that they believe was used and submitted it for forensic testing.
  • The shooting occurred around 6:45 p.m. on Oct. 18 near the west end of Lakeview Park's parking lot in Lorain, Ohio.
  • Police report no ongoing threat, are not seeking additional persons of interest, and are asking for tips to the Criminal Investigations Bureau with anonymity available.
  • Authorities are working with the Lorain County Prosecutor’s Office to determine whether any charges will be filed.