Two men hospitalized after separate overnight shootings in Cleveland; police investigate Slavic Village and Fairfax incidents

What is confirmed so far

Two separate overnight shootings in Cleveland left two men hospitalized, including one in critical condition, police and emergency medical personnel reported. The incidents unfolded several hours apart on the city’s East Side, prompting ongoing investigations into what led up to each shooting and whether any connection exists between the cases.

Slavic Village shooting: suspect arrested, charges pending

The first shooting occurred at about 11:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, near East 71st Street and Indiana Avenue in Cleveland’s Slavic Village neighborhood. A 52-year-old man was transported to a hospital and was listed in serious condition.

Police said the shooting followed an argument between the victim and a 67-year-old man. The 67-year-old was arrested, and police indicated charges were pending as the investigation continued.

Fairfax shooting: victim critically injured

A second shooting was reported at about 2 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026, near East 84th Street and Quincy Avenue in the Fairfax neighborhood. A 35-year-old man was critically injured and taken to University Hospitals for treatment.

Investigators had not released additional details early Tuesday, including what preceded the shooting, whether a suspect had been identified, or whether any weapon was recovered.

Key details at a glance

• Incident 1: около 11:30 p.m., Feb. 9, near E. 71st St. and Indiana Ave. (Slavic Village); 52-year-old man hospitalized in serious condition; 67-year-old man arrested; charges pending.
• Incident 2: около 2 a.m., Feb. 10, near E. 84th St. and Quincy Ave. (Fairfax); 35-year-old man hospitalized in critical condition.

What remains unknown

Authorities have not publicly stated that the shootings are related. In the Fairfax case, police had not released information on a motive, a suspect description, or potential witnesses. In the Slavic Village case, police have not detailed what triggered the argument or what specific charges may be pursued.

Anyone who witnessed either shooting, has relevant video, or has information that could help investigators identify those involved is encouraged to contact Cleveland police.

This story will be updated as police release additional details about the circumstances of both shootings, the conditions of the victims, and any filed charges.