WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH - Today, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH-11) released the following statement after the City of Cleveland announced results of an internal investigation into the tragic shooting deaths of Timothy Russell and Malissa Williams:

"My sincere thanks and gratitude to Mayor Frank Jackson, the Cleveland Division of Police, and the Critical Incident Review Committee for their thorough investigation into the tragic shooting deaths of Timothy Russell and Malissa Williams.  We can finally bring closure to a chapter in the City's history that has left deep wounds. 

"It is my hope that as a result of today's actions our community can begin to heal. This is a new day - one where police, City administration, and our community can work together to ensure justice for all.”

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