Three police officers were shot Wednesday afternoon in what officials are calling an ambush-style attack in Lorain, Ohio, approximately 30 miles west of Cleveland.

According to Lorain police, the shooting occurred around 1 p.m. when two officers were parked in their patrol vehicles during a lunch break.

While seated in their cruisers, the officers were shot without warning.

A third officer responding to the scene was also struck by gunfire.

All three officers are members of the Lorain Police Department.

At least one officer sustained serious injuries, according to acting Lorain Police Chief Michael Failing.

The suspect, identified only as a 28-year-old white male, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Authorities have not released his name pending further investigation and notification of family.

The Elyria Police Department, which is assisting in the investigation, confirmed that the shooting involved only one assailant and that there is no ongoing threat to the community.

The Elyria Fire Department and additional agencies also responded to the scene.

Due to the shooting, road closures were implemented in the area, including sections of nearby Interstate 90, to allow emergency personnel to transport the injured officers to area hospitals.

“This situation appears to have been a targeted attack on law enforcement,” Chief Failing said during a press briefing Wednesday evening.

In a statement posted on Facebook, the Elyria Police Department expressed its support for the officers involved.

“We stand in unwavering support of the brave men and women of the Lorain Police Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with the officers, their families, and the entire Lorain community during this difficult time.”

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine also released a statement following the incident.

“I have been briefed on the horrible officer-involved shooting in Lorain, which appears to have been a targeted attack on law enforcement,” DeWine said.

“Fran and I are praying for the three Lorain Police Department officers who were shot in the line of duty today, and our thoughts are also with their families, friends, and fellow officers in northeast Ohio.”

“This situation reminds us that those who work in law enforcement risk their lives every day for the safety of their communities,” DeWine added.

“We are so very grateful for the men and women who willingly and bravely serve and protect.”

I have been briefed on the horrible officer-involved shooting in Lorain, which appears to have been a targeted attack on law enforcement. Fran and I are praying for the three Lorain Police Department officers who were shot in the line of duty today, and our thoughts are also with…

— Governor Mike DeWine (@GovMikeDeWine) July 23, 2025

Authorities have indicated that there are no additional suspects and that the area is now secure.

The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the Elyria Police Department are handling the ongoing investigation.