US Marshals offer reward for teen wanted in shooting of Cleveland police officer

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force on Friday are looking for information leading to the arrest of one the suspects involved in the shooting of a Cleveland police officer.

The Cleveland police union confirmed Officer Mark Bahrijczuk was shot in the arm and thigh at close range on March 14.

According to police, the detective and other officers were in the area of E. 28th Street and Cedar Avenue investigating the ongoing thefts of Kia and Hyundai vehicles.

Three firearms were recovered, police previously said.

Cleveland police on Thursday issued an arrest warrant for 17-year-old Jayrion Church.

Officials said Jayrion is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs 125 pounds.

Anyone with information on Jayrion’s whereabouts has been asked to contact the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at 1-866-4WANTED. A reward of up to $5,000 is available.

Cuyahoga County Crime Stoppers also are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading up to his arrest.

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