Authorities are actively searching for 18-year-old Malachi Lee-Shawn Fortner, who is wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Stephon Dunn.

The incident occurred Thursday evening in the 1500 block of Clarendon Avenue SW, according to the Canton Police Department.

Officers were dispatched to the scene shortly after 8:45 p.m. in response to reports of gunfire.

Upon arrival, they located Dunn lying in a yard with an apparent gunshot wound to the back.

Officers immediately began life-saving measures, including CPR, until emergency medical personnel from the Canton Fire Department arrived.

Dunn was transported to Aultman Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

Following an initial investigation, detectives obtained arrest warrants for Fortner, who is now wanted on charges of murder and felonious assault.

The Canton Police Department is urging anyone with knowledge of Fortner’s location to come forward. Tips can be reported by calling the Canton Police Communications Center at 330-649-5800, or the Detective Bureau at 330-489-3144.

Anonymous information can also be submitted through Tip411 or by contacting Stark County Crime Stoppers.

Authorities caution that Fortner may be armed and should not be approached.

Anyone who sees him is advised to contact law enforcement immediately.