Two People Shot at Warrensville Heights Olive Garden; Police Say Two Suspects Are in Custody

What happened

Two people were shot late Monday, February 23, 2026, at the Olive Garden restaurant in Warrensville Heights, prompting a police investigation and the detention of two suspects.

Officers were dispatched to the restaurant in the 26000 block of Harvard Road at about 10:30 p.m. after reports of a shooting. Investigators have not released the victims’ identities, nor have they provided an update on their medical conditions.

Victims taken to a hospital

Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Authorities have not specified whether the victims were customers, employees, or otherwise connected to the restaurant at the time of the incident.

Police also have not disclosed whether the shooting took place inside the dining area, in the parking lot, or elsewhere on the property. As of Tuesday morning, investigators had not announced a suspected motive.

Custody status and the investigation

Police confirmed two suspects are in custody. No charges, names, or ages have been released publicly, and investigators have not indicated whether a weapon was recovered. Officials described the investigation as ongoing and said additional details were not being released immediately.

Location context

The restaurant sits along Harvard Road near the border of Warrensville Heights and Beachwood. The incident led to visible police activity in the area late Monday night, including law-enforcement work near the hospital campus across the street from the restaurant.

What is not yet known

• The conditions of the two victims and whether their injuries are considered life-threatening
• Where exactly the shooting occurred (inside the restaurant, outside, or nearby)
• The relationship, if any, between the victims and suspects
• Whether the shooting was targeted or incidental
• Whether surveillance video or witness statements have clarified the sequence of events

Police have not released the victims’ names or detailed circumstances surrounding the shooting as of Tuesday morning.

What happens next

Investigators are expected to continue interviewing witnesses and reviewing any available video from the area. Police have not provided a timetable for releasing additional information, including possible charges or a description of what led to the gunfire.

This story will be updated as authorities release verified details.