Woman Killed in Shooting Inside Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium; Akron Man Charged With Aggravated Murder

A 61-year-old woman died after she was shot inside the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium on Sunday morning, Oct. 18. Police say the shooting appears to be “domestic-related.” Craig Alan Sipe, 63, of Akron, later turned himself in and has been charged with one count of aggravated murder. What Happened at the Natatorium Cuyahoga Falls police responded to a report of a shooting inside the Natatorium on Fourth Street around 9:30 a.m. Investigators believe Sipe entered the facility and targeted one person before leaving the area. The victim was taken to Summa Health System’s Akron Campus. She died from her injuries at 9:51 a.m., according to police. Early reports described the victim as a female instructor at the Natatorium. Her name has not been released. The Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office is investigating the death as a homicide alongside Cuyahoga Falls police. Suspect Turned Himself In Sipe turned himself in at the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department on Sunday afternoon. He is charged with one count of aggravated murder under Ohio Revised Code 2903.01. Sipe is being held in the Summit County Jail. His arraignment is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19. Police have not said how Sipe and the victim knew each other. The department has also not explained why investigators believe the shooting was domestic related. No Threat to the Public Police say there is no ongoing threat to the community. No other injuries were reported. The Natatorium closed for the rest of Sunday and will remain closed Monday. The city has not announced when the facility will reopen. City Offers Condolences “The City of Cuyahoga Falls extends its condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones during this difficult time,” the city said in its release. The investigation remains ongoing. Police say more information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department at (330) 928-2181. Help Is Available Anyone affected by this tragedy can reach out for support at any time. The Victim Assistance Program offers a 24/7 crisis intervention hotline at 330-376-0040. Callers can speak with a live person by phone or text, and chat is available on the program’s website. The nonprofit serves Summit County and helps victims of crime, violence, and tragedy. Support is also available for family members, friends, and anyone else processing what happened. Frequently Asked Questions What happened at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium? A 61-year-old woman was shot inside the Natatorium on Fourth Street around 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18. She died at Summa Health System’s Akron Campus a short time later. Who is charged in the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium shooting? Craig Alan Sipe, 63, of Akron, is charged with one count of aggravated murder. He turned himself in to Cuyahoga Falls police and is being held in the Summit County Jail. When is Craig Alan Sipe’s arraignment? Sipe is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday, Oct. 19. Is the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium open? The Natatorium closed after the shooting on Sunday and remains closed Monday, Oct. 19. The city has not announced a reopening date. Is there a danger to the public after the Natatorium shooting? Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public. Investigators believe the suspect targeted one person and that the shooting was domestic related.