A family gathering in Richmond Heights turned deadly overnight.
Four people were shot early Saturday morning in the 500 block of Towns Lane, police say.
Joseph Grath, 26, died from his injuries. A 39-year-old woman was transported to an area hospital in serious condition, a woman in her mid-20s to early 30s was transported to an area hospital in stable condition, and the fourth victim departed the scene; it is unknown their condition, according to police.
The Richmond Heights Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating the alleged suspect in the shooting.
Police have identified Raymond Melton as the alleged suspect and said they believe he is armed and dangerous.
Melton is 6 feet tall and weighs 145 pounds, police said.
He is known to drive a cream 2012 Kia Sorento with the license plate number JYX3536 or a dark blue 2008 BMW X3 3.0si with the license plate number JVJ7225.
The conditions of the three victims are unknown.
Police say they are interviewing witnesses and collecting evidence as they further investigate the incident.
No further information has been provided. News 5 will update this developing story.
