CLEVELAND, Ohio — Airbnb says it is not responsible for a party in Bath Township that ended in a mass shooting last weekend.

The company made the claim after Elijah Wells, 18, of Akron died Thursday from the attack. Eight others were injured. Bath officials have said the company was operating in violation of local zoning laws.

A company spokesman expressed condolences for Wells and said it is cooperating with law enforcement. It continues to screen rentals for potential high-risk parties. He also said Bath Township does not ban its services.

“Under our terms of service, hosts are expected to comply with applicable local laws and regulations,” the spokesman said in a statement. “Bath Township does not ban short-term rentals. Additionally, we are not aware of alleged short-term rental o

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