A heartbreaking shooting occurred in Canton, Ohio, on January 9, 2026, where a 15-year-old boy allegedly fatally shot his 12-year-old brother at their home on Ellis Ave. NE around 10:40 p.m. The younger boy was rushed to Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital but succumbed to his gunshot wound shortly after.
Suspect’s Surrender
The 15-year-old, identified as Amir Pepe Lucas, fled the scene initially, prompting police to label him armed and dangerous while issuing an arrest warrant for reckless homicide, a second-degree felony. He turned himself in to authorities on January 10 afternoon and is no longer at large. Details on how he obtained the firearm remain undisclosed.
Community Impact
Neighbors expressed devastation, with one parent of a 12-year-old noting the victim’s visibility playing outside and calling the loss “heartbreaking.” Canton Police Chief John Gabbard described the event as a tragedy for the family and community, offering prayers during the investigation.
