Overview

• Winnie Dortch was seriously injured in a shooting incident in Lakewood, Ohio, and underwent successful surgery.
• The deceased shooter, identified as Bryant Carter, reportedly shot Dortch before turning the gun on himself.
• Lakewood police responded to reports of an argument followed by gunshots, finding both victims on the sidewalk.
• The nature of the relationship between Dortch and Carter is under investigation, though they were known to each other.
• Dortch, who recently announced a career move to Chicago, is recovering with support from her family and community.