Authorities say an off-duty special deputy opened fire after a portable toilet was tipped over while he was inside, leaving a 15-year-old boy injured.
Portable Toilet Tipped Over During Security Shift
According to the Cuyahoga County press office, the incident happened in East Cleveland while the deputy was working a secondary security job. At some point, the deputy went into a portable toilet, and while he was inside, the structure was pushed over.
When the deputy managed to get out, he reportedly came face-to-face with a group of individuals. Officials said the deputy claimed one person appeared to be pulling a gun from his waistband.
Deputy Fires Weapon, Group Flees
Fearing for his safety, the deputy drew his weapon and fired. The group of individuals then ran from the scene and left in a vehicle. Not long after, a 15-year-old boy with a gunshot wound arrived at University Hospital. Authorities believe he was struck during the exchange…