Bedford man shot to death at recreation center on Cleveland’s East Side

Jamarion Young, 18, of Bedford was shot to death on Tuesday, Dec. 6, in Cleveland. (file photo)

CLEVELAND, Ohio – A Bedford man was fatally shot Tuesday outside of the Earle B. Turner Recreation Center on the city’s East Side, according to police.

Jamarion Smith, 18, died about 6:50 p.m. at the recreation center, located at 11300 Miles Avenue, near East 113th Street, according to police and the office of the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner.

Officers administered aid to Smith until the arrival of EMS, who pronounced him dead at the scene.

An investigation by police revealed Smith was shot when he exited the recreation center. The suspect fled on foot. Witnesses also told police the suspect wore a black-hooded sweatshirt and a ski mask.

No arrests have been made.

Anyone with additional information related to the shooting should contact homicide investigators at 216-623-5464.

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