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CLEVELAND, Ohio — Here are the Cleveland restaurants and retailers cited with the most food inspection violations during the 2022-2023 inspection year ending Feb. 28, according to state records.

More than 2,300 places were cited during the most recent inspection year, but only a third received more than 10 citations.

The places listed below are the 24 with the most violations, with the top spot being cited with 97 violations.

This is the first in a 2024 series of stories highlighting food inspection violations in Cuyahoga and surrounding counties on cleveland.com. To see previous inspection years, visit 2022-2023, 2021-2022, 2018-2019, 2017-2018, 2016-17, and 2015-16. The annual reporting was paused for two years during the pandemic, initially because so many restaurants had closed temporarily.

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Some violations are minor and some can be disturbing. Many problems can be fixed at the time of the inspection, so any corrected violation was not included in the final count if a citation was not issued.

Health inspectors cannot impose fines, but health departments can suspend or revoke operating licenses.

The most crucial violations identified as “critical” are those that “may immediately lead to a foodborne illness,” state health officials say. The last time the list of critical inspection codes was updated in 2019.

To learn how this list was put together, visit this page. To review inspection information for yourself, visit Cleveland’s health department database.

Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 W. 14th St., Cleveland, OH 44113Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

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No. 23 (tie) – 51 violations – Greek Orthodox Church

Greek Orthodox Church, 2187 W. 14th St., had 51 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 19, 2023 – 25 violations, including 5 critical.

– Apr. 24, 2023 – 7 violations, including 1 critical.

– Apr. 25, 2023 – 4 violations, including 0 critical.

– June 28, 2023 – 1 violations, including 0 critical.

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– Oct. 27, 2023 – 11 violations, including 3 critical.

Nov. 13, 2023 – 3 violations, including 0 critical.

Teriyaki Express, 7060 Denison AVE

Teriyaki Express, 7060 Denison Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 23 (tie) – 51 violations – Teriyaki Express

Teriyaki Express, 7060 Denison Ave. had 51 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Aug. 17, 2023 – 17 violations, including 5 critical.

– Dec. 14, 2023 – 34 violations, including 8 critical.

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Family Dollar Store, 1250 E. 105th St., Cleveland, OH 44108

Family Dollar Store, 1250 E. 105th St., ClevelandZachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 22 – 52 violations – Family Dollar Store

Family Dollar Store, 1250 E. 105th St, had 54 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 24, 2023 – 10 violations, including 1 critical.

– May 18, 2023 – 2 violations, including 0 critical.

– Jan. 3, 2024 – 14 violations, including 1 critical.

– Jan. 5, 2024 – 14 violations, including 1 critical.

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– Jan. 8, 2024 – 10 violations, including 1 critical.

– Jan. 11, 2024 – 2 violations, including 0 critical.

McCarthy's Ale House, 1231 Main Ave

McCarthy’s Ale House, 1231 Main Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 21 – 54 violations – McCarthy’s Ale House

McCarthy’s Ale House, 1231 Main Ave., had 54 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– July 13, 2023 – 26 violations, including 4 critical.

– July 19, 2023 – 16 violations, including 1 critical.

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– Jan. 18, 2024 – 12 violations, including 3 critical.

Mom's Family Restaurant, Cleveland

Mom’s Family Restaurant, 6512 Clark Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 19 (tie) – 55 violations – Mom’s Family Restaurant

Mom’s Family Restaurant, 6512 Clark Ave., had 55 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Sept. 12, 2023 – 26 violations, including 7 critical.

– Sept. 15, 2023 – 8 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 5, 2024 – 21 violations, including 5 critical.

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LincolnPark Pub, 2609 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Lincoln Park Pub, 2609 W. 14th St.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 19 (tie) – 55 violations – Lincoln Park Pub

Lincoln Park Pub, 2609 W. 14th St., had 55 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– July 6, 2023 – 33 violations, including 4 critical.

– July 11, 2023 – 14 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 12, 2024 – 8 violations, including 2 critical.

Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Avenue

Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 18 – 56 violations – Music Box Supper Club

Music Box Supper Club, 1148 Main Ave., had 56 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

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– Oct. 10, 2023 – 10 violations, including 3 critical.

– Jan. 10, 2024 – 37 violations, including 7 critical.

– Jan. 17, 2024 – 9 violations, including 1 critical.

Speedy Gas, 14001 Lakewood Heights BLVD

Speedy Gas, 14001 Lakewood Heights Blvd.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 17 – 60 violations – Speedy Gas

Speedy Gas, 14001 Lakewood Heights Blvd., had 60 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 13, 2023 – 21 violations, including 5 critical.

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– Apr. 17, 2023 – 17 violations, including 5 critical.

– Apr. 20, 2023 – 8 violations, including 2 critical.

– Feb. 21, 2024 – 14 violations, including 2 critical.

Café Everest, 14304 Puritas AVE

Café Everest, 14304 Puritas Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 15 (tie) – 61 violations – Cafe Everest

Cafe Everest, 14304 Puritas Ave., had 61 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 19, 2023 – 21 violations, including 3 critical.

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– Apr. 25, 2023 – 15 violations, including 2 critical.

– June 21, 2023 – 17 violations, including 2 critical.

– Aug. 2, 2023 – 7 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 21, 2024 – 1 violations, including 0 critical.

B & M BBQ, 840 E 105th St

B & M BBQ, 840 E. 105th St.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 15 (tie) – 61 violations – B&M Bar-B-Q

B&M Bar-B-Q, 840 E. 105th St., had 61 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

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– June 7, 2023 – 18 violations, including 1 critical.

– July 13, 2023 – 16 violations, including 0 critical.

– Aug. 4, 2023 – 15 violations, including 0 critical.

– Aug. 7, 2023 – 8 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 6, 2024 – 4 violations, including 0 critical.

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S & R Market, 9901 Loretta Ave

S & R Market, 9901 Loretta Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 14 – 62 violations – S&R Market

S&R Market, 9901 Loretta Ave., had 62 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Mar. 17, 2023 – 13 violations, including 1 critical.

– June 29, 2023 – 13 violations, including 1 critical.

– Aug. 9, 2023 – 13 violations, including 1 critical.

– Oct. 11, 2023 – 13 violations, including 2 critical.

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– Oct. 30, 2023 – 10 violations, including 1 critical.

George's Kitchen, Cleveland

George’s Kitchen, 13101 Triskett RoadZachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 13 – 64 violations – George’s Kitchen

George’s Kitchen, 13101 Triskett Road, had 64 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Mar. 10, 2023 – 9 violations, including 2 critical.

– July 28, 2023 – 9 violations, including 2 critical.

– Aug. 7, 2023 – 6 violations, including 0 critical.

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– Aug. 15, 2023 – 6 violations, including 1 critical.

– Aug. 21, 2023 – 7 violations, including 1 critical.

– Aug. 31, 2023 – 4 violations, including 0 critical.

– Oct. 6, 2023 – 7 violations, including 1 critical.

– Nov. 8, 2023 – 6 violations, including 1 critical.

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– Nov. 14, 2023 – 5 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 22, 2024 – 4 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 27, 2024 – 1 violations, including 0 critical.

Dennys, 4331 W 150th Street

Dennys, 4331 W. 150th St.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 11 (tie) – 65 violations – Denny’s

Denny’s, 4331 W. 150th St., had 65 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 3, 2023 – 30 violations, including 5 critical.

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– Apr. 6, 2023 – 18 violations, including 0 critical.

– Sept. 6, 2023 – 17 violations, including 1 critical.

Parkwood Drive Thru, 11003 Superior Avenue

Parkwood Drive Thru, 11003 Superior Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 11 (tie) – 65 violations – Parkwood Drive Thru

Parkwood Drive Thru, 11003 Superior Ave., had 65 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– May 18, 2023 – 28 violations, including 7 critical.

– May 22, 2023 – 13 violations, including 1 critical.

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– May 31, 2023 – 9 violations, including 2 critical.

– June 6, 2023 – 5 violations, including 1 critical.

– July 25, 2023 – 1 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 4, 2024 – 9 violations, including 3 critical.

Deesee, 7310 Lorain Avenue

Deesee, 7310 Lorain AvenueZachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 10 – 71 violations – Deesee, Inc.

Deesee, Inc., 7310 Lorain Ave., had 71 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show. A gas station and convenience store operate at this address.

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– Sept. 26, 2023 – 42 violations, including 2 critical.

– Sept. 27, 2023 – 8 violations, including 0 critical.

– Oct. 2, 2023 – 8 violations, including 0 critical.

– Oct. 30, 2023 – 7 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 17, 2023 – 6 violation, including 2 critical.

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No. 9 – 73 violations – Indie East 4th

Indie East 4th, 2038 E. Fourth St., had 73 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show. Note: This location and its successor under the same owner have closed.

– Mar. 2, 2023 – 5 violations, including 2 critical.

– Oct. 4, 2023 – 28 violations, including 11 critical.

– Oct. 5, 2023 – 30 violations, including 10 critical.

– Oct. 27, 2023 – 10 violations, including 0 critical.

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J.J. Grab and Go, 4282 W 130th St

J.J. Grab and Go, 4282 W. 130th St.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 7 (tie) – 74 violations – J.J. Grab and Go

J.J. Grab and Go, 4282 W. 130th St., had 74 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Apr. 21, 2023 – 25 violations, including 3 critical.

– Apr. 27, 2023 – 22 violations, including 3 critical.

– May 4, 2023 – 16 violations, including 0 critical.

– Feb. 18, 2024 – 11 violations, including 1 critical.

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Shooters, 1148 Main Avenue

Shooters, 1148 Main Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 7 (tie) – 74 violations – Shooters

Shooters, 1148 Main Ave., had 74 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Aug. 29, 2023 – 53 violations, including 8 critical.

– Sept. 5, 2023 – 5 violations, including 0 critical.

– Jan. 17, 2024 – 16 violations, including 2 critical.

JAMS Kitchen, 15115 Puritas Ave

JAMS Kitchen, 15115 Puritas Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 6 – 77 violations – JAMS Kitchen

JAMS Kitchen, 15115 Puritas Ave., had 77 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

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– June 22, 2023 – 32 violations, including 4 critical.

– July 21, 2023 – 19 violations, including 1 critical.

– July 26, 2023 – 10 violations, including 0 critical.

– Aug. 24, 2023 – 3 violations, including 0 critical.

– Jan. 2, 2024 – 8 violations, including 0 critical.

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– Feb. 6, 2024 – 5 violations, including 0 critical.

Fat Cats, 2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Fat Cats, 2061 W. 10th St., Cleveland, OH 44113Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 5 – 78 violations – Fat Cats

Fat Cats, 2061 W. 10th St., had 78 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– June 27, 2023 – 35 violations, including 7 critical.

– June 28, 2023 – 15 violations, including 1 critical.

– July 7, 2023 – 2 violations, including 0 critical.

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– Sept. 5, 2023 – 1 violations, including 0 critical.

– Jan. 16, 2024 – 20 violations, including 5 critical.

– Jan. 22, 2024 – 5 violations, including 0 critical.

Wyndham Cleveland Airport, Cleveland

Wyndham Cleveland Airport, 4277 W. 150th St.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 4 – 84 violations – Wyndham Cleveland Airport

Wyndham Cleveland Airport, 4277 W. 150th St., had 84 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Mar. 17, 2023 – 29 violations, including 6 critical.

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– Sept. 5, 2023 – 33 violations, including 6 critical.

– Sept. 8, 2023 – 16 violations, including 1 critical.

– Sept. 11, 2023 – 6 violations, including 0 critical.

Sunoco has one of the highest health inspector violation counts in Cleveland.

Sunoco Family Foods Express, 3363 E. 93rd St. in KinsmanZachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 3 – 90 violations – Sunoco Family Foods Express, Kinsman

Sunoco Family Foods Express, 3363 E. 93rd St. in Kinsman, had 90 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– Mar. 30, 2023 – 27 violations, including 4 critical.

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– Apr. 5, 2023 – 12 violations, including 0 critical.

– Sept. 18, 2023 – 31 violations, including 3 critical.

– Sept. 21, 2023 – 20 violations, including 0 critical.

Tick Tock Tavern has one of the highest health inspector violation counts in Cleveland.

Tick Tock Tavern, 11526 Clifton Blvd.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 2 – 91 violations – Tick Tock Tavern

Tick Tock Tavern, 11526 Clifton Blvd., had 91 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

– May 25, 2023 – 33 violations, including 5 critical.

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– May 31, 2023 – 7 violations, including 0 critical.

– June 13, 2023 – 4 violations, including 0 critical.

– Dec. 4, 2023 – 38 violations, including 8 critical.

– Dec. 7, 2023 – 9 violations, including 1 critical.

Indian Delight has one of the highest health inspector violation counts in Cleveland.

Indian Delight, 5507 Detroit Ave.Zachary Smith, Cleveland.com

No. 1 – 97 violations – Indian Delight

Indian Delight, 5507 Detroit Ave., had 97 food inspection violations during the inspection year from Mar. 2023 through Feb. 2024, state records show.

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– Sept. 21, 2023 – 44 violations, including 4 critical.

– Sept. 25, 2023 – 13 violations, including 1 critical.

– Oct. 2, 2023 – 10 violations, including 1 critical.

– Oct. 16, 2023 – 9 violations, including 1 critical.

– Feb. 15, 2024 – 21 violations, including 3 critical.

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Zachary Smith is the data reporter for cleveland.com. You can reach him at zsmith@cleveland.com.



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Several Ohio schools placed under lockdown after threat

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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Several schools throughout Ohio were placed on lockdown on Wednesday due to threats.

ROCKY RIVER CITY SCHOOLS

Rocky River High School got a phone call at approximately 10:53 a.m. threatening the safety of the school.

The Rocky River Police Department said the caller said they were heading to the school with weapons, RRPD later shared in a press conference.

Police officers teamed up by mutual aid swiftly arrived to ensure no unauthorized persons were on campus, RRPD stated.

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“Rooms were cleared and no dangers were located,” RRPD said. “There are no indications that there was ever any danger to any of the students, staff or buildings of the district.”

Parents told 19 News their kids sent them pictures of officers walking through the halls with rifles.

Rocky River High School will have early dismissal as there will be a heavy police presence in and around the Rocky River Schools for the rest of Wednesday and throughout the week, according to RRPD.

Students who drive were expected to be released by 12:30 p.m., while students who walk or are picked up by parents were released at 1 p.m., RRPD shared.

RRPD called the phone call a swatting incident, and said “any person or people behind hoax threat calls will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.”

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Chief George Lichman says they are working with other agencies to find out who made the call. They said the number that popped up was not local. They do not know at this time if it was an incorrect number or a computerized message.

Chief Lichman says he doesn’t believe the school system has experienced a swatting call before.

There will be additional officers on campus throughout the week.

Rocky River High School(Google Maps)

AUBURN CAREER CENTER

Auburn Career Center in Lake County’s Concord Township received a threat over the phone at approximately 10:16 a.m., Lake County Sheriff Frank Leonbruno stated.

Deputies were immediately sent to the school to assist the School Resource Officer in the investigation as a lockdown was implemented as a precaution.

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Auburn Career Center shared at 12:55 p.m. that a thorough investigation determined the threat to be not credible, and all students were safely dismissed and left the building, which remained guarded by deputies.

All afternoon and evening classes for both high school and adult education scheduled for Wednesday have been canceled in light of the morning’s event.

“We want to thank the Lake County Sheriff’s Office for their immediate response and partnership during this situation,” said Superintendent Joe Glavan. “I also want to thank our staff and students for following procedures and doing exactly what was necessary to ensure everyone’s safety. While this threat was ultimately deemed not credible, we will always prioritize the safety of our students and staff.”

Leonbruno confirmed there is no active threat at Auburn Career Center, but the incident remains under investigation.

Auburn Career Center (Google Maps)
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SHAKER HEIGHTS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Shaker Heights High School briefly went under lockdown as a precaution during Pre-ACT and ACT testing after getting a call of a possible bomb threat outside of the building, Shaker Schools stated.

Shaker Schools also said Fernway and Onaway elementary schools briefly went into a lockdown.

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Shaker Heights Police Department officers are at the high school and “have not found any evidence of a credible threat,” Shaker Schools stated.

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Shaker Heights(Source: 19 News)

FBI CLEVELAND

FBI Cleveland shared the following statement in regards to their response to the Northeast Ohio school swatting incidents:

OTTAWA HILLS LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

In the Toledo area, Ottawa Hills Superintendent Adam Fineske said a call for a bomb threat came in at 10:45 a.m., targeting the Junior/Senior High School, stating “Bombs all over the school and coming with guns.”

Toledo Police K-9 units swept the school and nothing was found.

BOWLING GREEN CITY SCHOOLS

Bowling Green High School was also affected by the treats and placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure just before noon.

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INDIAN HILL EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Indian Hill High School in Cincinnati evacuated students and staff around 11 a.m. on Wednesday with the help of Indian Hill Rangers after getting a potential bomb threat.

Indian Hill Middle School was evacuated as a precaution.

MASON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Mason High School received a threatening phone call on Wednesday morning, Mason City Schools confirmed.

The Mason Police Department and Campus Safety team determined it was safe to resume normal school operations at 11:44 a.m. when law enforcement confirmed there was no credible threat to the schools, Mason City Schools stated.

CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Cincinnati Public Schools’ Walnut Hills High School was under lock-in after receiving a bomb threat.

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The lock-in was lifted after Cincinnati police cleared the area, and school resumed normal operations.

This is a developing story. Return to 19 News for updates.



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Medical examiner releases new details about bodies of 2 young girls found in suitcases near Cleveland school

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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner released new information about the bodies of two young girls found in suitcases in Cleveland’s South Collinwood neighborhood.

On Wednesday morning, the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner confirmed through DNA that the two girls are half-siblings.

At this time, they have not been positively identified, and no further information is available while the investigation is ongoing.

In a news conference on Tuesday, Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd confirmed the bodies of two young girls were found in suitcases on the city’s East Side on Monday evening.

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Cleveland police were called just after 6 p.m. to a field in the area of East 163rd and Midland Avenue for a suspected dead body.

According to police sources, a man was walking his dog in the area, for the first time in a while, due to the snow, and the dog hit on the scent.

The man immediately called 911.

“The officers responded out and located a deceased individual that was in a shallow grave inside of a suitcase,” said Chief Todd.

When officers and homicide detectives got to the scene, Todd said they found the second body nearby.

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According to the chief, both suitcases were partially buried in shallow graves. She said the victims had been there quite some time.

“It is traumatic for everyone. It is traumatic for those who live in the area to know that this was right there at their doorstep,” said Todd.

Authorities said one victim is believed to be 8-and-a-half to 13 years old and the other is believed to be 10-and-a-half to 14 years old.

“Locally, we have no reports of missing children to match these identifications. We are checking statewide as well. We have assistance from our state, federal and local partners,” said Todd.

Detectives are checking with state and federal partners as well.

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This crime scene is located near Ginn Academy in the city’s South Collinwood neighborhood.

Police said the investigation remains in its very early stages and there is no indication of an ongoing threat to public safety.

If anyone has any information, they are asked to call the Cleveland Police Homicide Unit at 216-623-5464.

Tips can remain anonymous.

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CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – Cleveland Police Chief Dorothy Todd on Tuesday confirmed the bodies of two young girls were found in suitcases on the city’s East Side Monday evening.

Cleveland police were called just after 6 p.m. to a field in the area of East 163rd and Midland Avenue for a suspected dead body.

According to police sources, a man was walking his dog in the area, for the first time in awhile due to the snow, and the dog hit on the scent.

The man immediately called 911.

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“The officers responded out and located a deceased individual that was in a shallow grave inside of a suitcase,” said Chief Todd.

When officers and homicide detectives got to the scene, Todd said they found the second body nearby.

According to the chief, both suitcases were partially buried in shallow graves. She said the victims had been there quite some time.

“It is traumatic for everyone. It is traumatic for those who live in the area to know that this was right there at their door step,” said Todd.

Authorities said one victim is believed to be 8-and-a-half to 13 years old and the other is believed to be 10-and-a-half to 14 years old.

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There is no indication at this time on their identities, according to police.

“locally we have no reports of missing children to match these identifications. We are checking statewide as well. We have assistance from our state federal and local partners,” said Todd.

Detectives are checking with state and federal partners as well.

The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner has taken custody of the bodies and will conduct further examination to determine the cause of death.

This crime scene is located near Ginn Academy in the city’s South Collinwood neighborhood.

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Police said the investigation remains in its very early stages and there is no indication of an ongoing threat to public safety.

If anyone has any information, they are asked to call the Cleveland Police Homicide Unit at 216-623-5464.

Tips can remain anonymous.



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