Police Incident Shuts Down I-77 in North Canton Amid Active Shooting Situation

Authorities in North Canton have closed all lanes of Interstate 77 in both directions due to an ongoing police incident.

The closures affect I-77 South at Shuffel Street and I-77 North beyond Portage Street, causing significant traffic disruptions.

At approximately 1:00 PM, officials confirmed that the incident involves an active shooter situation near a local hotel close to the Cracker Barrel restaurant.