(1-7-26) The City of Lima has released a joint statement from Mayor Sharetta Smith and Lima Police Chief Curtis Hile regarding last night’s shooting in the area of the Lima YMCA.

The statement below provides confirmed information about the incident, an arrest, and the ongoing investigation, along with remarks from city leadership and law enforcement.

We are grateful for the swift response of first responders and remain focused on community safety and accountability.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Lima Police Department at 419-227-4444 or Crime Stoppers at 419-229-7867.