Steve ‘Stevie Steve’ Stephens (the suspect was identified by this name) could have left the state of Ohio. Police say residents in New York, Pensylvania, Michigan, and Indiana should “to be on high alert.” Steve ‘Stevie Steve’ Stephens has admitted to killing 13 people in the last 24 hours and has done so on Facebook Live.

Many on social media are frantic and worried while spreading any and all information on Steve Stephen’s whereabouts. In his last video, Stephen said he “snapped” and will continue killing until he is caught.

*Do not approach suspect if you see him, call 911 immediately.
• Steve ‘Stevie Steve’ Stephens (goes by many aliases)
• The Cleveland Facebook video killer was last spotted in Cleveland, Ohio driving a white Ford Fusion (with a temporary license plate). However, authorities believe Stephen recently purchased the car.
• Cleveland police are now saying Steve ‘Stevie Steve’ Stephens may have left out of Ohio.
• At the time of the last Facebook Live video, Stephens had a full beard
• During the time of the video, Stephens was wearing a Dark blue and gray or black striped polo shirt

Authorities have reason to believe Steve Stephens have left the state of Ohio. Police said late Sunday that Stephens “may be out of state at this time,” and authorities called on residents of Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana, and Michigan “to be on alert.”

Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams told reporters during a search for the suspect, identified as Steve Stephens.

So what happened and how did all of this begin? Well, the chilling events started on Easter Sunday.

Warning: The video below contains disturbing language.

In the video below, Stephens calls a friend and said he “snapped.” In the video, Stephens claimed to have killed several other people prior to talking to his friend on the phone.

In a separate video, Stephens fatally shot an elderly man at random and said he was killing him because of his girlfriend, Joy Lane. Stephens got out of the car, walked up to the elderly man and shot him in the head. He then placed the camera phone over the man to show his bloody body lying on the ground. Authorities identified the homicide victim as Robert Godwin, 74.

Godwin had just left his children’s home after eating an Easter meal and was walking home when he was killed, CNN affiliate WOIO reported. Robert Godwin Jr. told WOIO about his father.

Godwin’s daughter, Malisa Godwin, is having a tough time processing the events that have occurred in the last 24 hours.</s>This frame from video posted on Facebook shows Robert Godwin Sr. in Cleveland moments before being fatally shot on Sunday. The search for murder suspect Steve Stephens put authorities in surrounding states on the lookout Monday after police said the man might have left Ohio. (Facebook via AP)</s>Police are trying desperately to locate Facebook killer Steve Stephens, including offering a huge reward.

Cleveland police chief Calvin Williams announced this afternoon the $50,000 reward for any information leading to Stephens’ arrest. The manhunt now covers up to 5 states.

According to TMZ, Stephens’ phone pinged near Erie, PA. He’s been charged with aggravated murder after killing 74-year-old Robert Godwin Sunday in Cleveland, and uploading video of the fatal shooting.</s>Joy Lane — the ex-girlfriend of the man suspected of killing a man and broadcasting the murder in Cleveland, Ohio — is finally speaking up. The suspect, Steve Stephens, 37, cited Lane and his mother as one of the reasons he shot Robert Godwin Sr., 74. Lane has now texted a message to CBS News, breaking her silence. She said: “We had been in a relationship for several years. I am sorry that all of this has happened. My heart & prayers goes out to the family members of the victim(s). Steve really is a nice guy… he is generous with everyone he knows. He was kind and loving to me and my children. This is a very difficult time for me and my family Please respect our privacy at this time.”

Police reported that Stephens randomly shot and killed Robert Godwin, Sr. on the 600 block of East 93rd Street. Stephens recorded the incident on Facebook Live with one of the videos showing Stephens approaching Godwin, Sr. on the street. He makes the 74-year-old man say “Joy Lane” before shooting him to death. In another video, Stephens said, “She’s the reason why I’m making this video. She is the reason what’s about to happen today.” Stephens also said that he’s already killed more than a dozen people. Officials are still investigating the situation and searching for Stephens. We’ll keep you updated as more news surfaces.</s>CLEVELAND, Oh (CBSN) — An Ohio man claimed to be angry at a woman when, authorities say, he shot and killed an elderly passerby Sunday afternoon, then posted video of the murder on Facebook. Police urge the suspect to turn himself in. He remains at large early Monday, and police are widening their manhunt.

Law enforcement officials identify the suspect as Steve Stephens, and Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams says officers were searching for him in the Cleveland area and beyond.

The victim has been identified as 74-year-old Robert Godwin Sr.

Police say Stephens should be considered armed and dangerous.

Late Sunday, police issued an aggravated murder warrant for him and say in a statement he may have traveled out of state. Residents of Pennsylvania, New York, Indiana and Michigan, in particular, are asked to be on the alert and told not to approach Stephens if they spot him.

Police say they are searching for a white Ford Fusion that belongs to Stephens. Chief Williams says the car was recently purchased and the plates could have been switched. Police announce the car had an Ohio temporary tag E363630.

The FBI is assisting in the investigation.

In a statement Sunday night, Facebook says the suspect did go live on the social media site at one point during the day, but not during the killing. Police earlier Sunday had said Stephens had broadcasted the murder on Facebook Live.

In the video, which appeared shaky, Stephens got out of his car and randomly targeted Godwin, who was holding a shopping bag. Stephens said the name of a woman, whom Godwin didn’t seem to recognize.

“She’s the reason that this is about to happen to you,” Stephens told Godwin before pointing a gun at him. Godwin can be seen shielding his face with the shopping bag.

Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson publicly urges Stephens to turn himself in to police and not to “do any more harm to anybody.”

“Any problems he is having, we can have a conversation,” Jackson says.

In a separate video, Stephens claims to have killed more than a dozen other people. Williams says police have not verified any other shootings or deaths.

“There are no more victims that we know are tied to him,” he says.

The chief also says investigators have been talking with family members and friends of Stephens, who is employed at Beech Brook, a behavioral health agency headquartered in Pepper Pike, near Cleveland.

“We are shocked and horrified and we don’t know anything more about it,” agency spokeswoman Nancy Kortemeyer tells CBS Cleveland affiliate WOIO-TV. “We hope and pray that he is arrested as soon as possible and we hope and pray for a resolution quickly.”

It was not immediately known what Stephens does for the agency. Its website says it will serve more than 18,000 children and families this year.

Joy Lane, Stephens’ longtime partner, broke her silence on the shooting in a text message to CBS News.

“We had been in a relationship for several years. I am sorry that all of this has happened. My heart & prayers goes out to the family members of the victim(s). Steve really is a nice guy… he is generous with everyone he knows. He was kind and loving to me and my children. This is a very difficult time for me and my family Please respect our privacy at this time.”

A man who spoke with WOIO says the victim was his father.

“He was a good guy. He would give you the shirt off his back,” he said. “I’m not just saying that for these cameras. … This man, right here, was a good man and I hate that he’s gone.”

WOIO obtained photos of Godwin Sr. from his family. They had Easter dinner together shortly before he was slain.

The video of the killing was up on Facebook for about three hours before it was removed. Stephens’ Facebook page also has been removed.

“This is a horrific crime and we do not allow this kind of content on Facebook,” says a spokesperson for Facebook. “We work hard to keep a safe environment on Facebook, and are in touch with law enforcement in emergencies when there are direct threats to physical safety.”</s>CLEVELAND -- The children of a 74-year-old man gunned down on his way home from an Easter meal have a message for his suspected killer, who is now the target of a nationwide manhunt.

Steve Stephens, 37, is wanted for aggravated murder after he allegedly shot Robert Godwin Sr. Sunday afternoon – then posted a video of the homicide on Facebook, according to Cleveland police.

Tonya Godwin-Baines, one of Godwin's daughters, said the family is absolutely devastated and is calling for Stephens to turn himself in.

"To the young man who murdered my daddy, I ask that you please surrender," Godwin-Baines said. "I forgive you, and love you but most importantly, God loves you. God can heal your mind and save your soul. Please!"

Godwin was the father of 10 children -- six girls and four boys.

Godwin's children say the reason they are able to forgive Stephens is because of their father, who took them to church every Sunday, and always stressed the importance of forgiveness.

Robert Godwin Jr. said the woman who Stephens blames in the Facebook video is also in the family's thoughts and prayers. "We know it is not her fault. She should not feel like it's her fault."

Godwin Sr.'s children described him as a wonderful person who loved his family, and said they want their father to be remembered for the good he did in his life, not for the horrific video.

"If you do watch it, it should make you want to change," Godwin Jr. said. The family is asking people not to share the disturbing footage, but, for those who do, Godwin Jr. asked that they "take something from it."

There is now a $50,000 reward for information leading to the Stephens' arrest. The FBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and U.S. Marshals provided the money for the reward.

Anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts should call 1-800-CALL-FBI. If you see Stephens, do not approach. He is considered armed and dangerous.</s>CLEVELAND -- The children of a 74-year-old man gunned down on his way home from an Easter meal have a message for his suspected killer, who is now the target of a nationwide manhunt.

Steve Stephens, 37, is wanted for aggravated murder after he allegedly shot Robert Godwin Sr. Sunday afternoon – then posted a video of the homicide on Facebook, according to Cleveland police.

Tonya Godwin-Baines, one of Godwin's daughters, said the family is absolutely devastated and is calling for Stephens to turn himself in.

"To the young man who murdered my daddy, I ask that you please surrender," Godwin-Baines said. "I forgive you, and love you but most importantly, God loves you. God can heal your mind and save your soul. Please!"

Godwin was the father of 10 children -- six girls and four boys.

Godwin's children say the reason they are able to forgive Stephens is because of their father, who took them to church every Sunday, and always stressed the importance of forgiveness.

Robert Godwin Jr. said the woman who Stephens blames in the Facebook video is also in the family's thoughts and prayers. "We know it is not her fault. She should not feel like it's her fault."

Godwin Sr.'s children described him as a wonderful person who loved his family, and said they want their father to be remembered for the good he did in his life, not for the horrific video.

"If you do watch it, it should make you want to change," Godwin Jr. said. The family is asking people not to share the disturbing footage, but, for those who do, Godwin Jr. asked that they "take something from it."

There is now a $50,000 reward for information leading to the Stephens' arrest. The FBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and U.S. Marshals provided the money for the reward.

Anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts should call 1-800-CALL-FBI. If you see Stephens, do not approach. He is considered armed and dangerous.</s>Police launch Manhunt for Man who Murdered 74 year old Man on Facebook Live

A man simply identified as Steve Stephens has been declared wanted for gunning down a 74 year old man somewhere in Cleveland while streaming the gruesome act live onto Facebook. In the video, he alights from his car and walks up to the old man walking home and told him to say his girlfriend’s, then […]

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Also, Like us on facebook</s>CLEVELAND -- The children of a 74-year-old man gunned down on his way home from an Easter meal have a message for his suspected killer, who is now the target of a nationwide manhunt.

Steve Stephens, 37, is wanted for aggravated murder after he allegedly shot Robert Godwin Sr. Sunday afternoon – then posted a video of the homicide on Facebook, according to Cleveland police.

Tonya Godwin-Baines, one of Godwin's daughters, said the family is absolutely devastated and is calling for Stephens to turn himself in.

"To the young man who murdered my daddy, I ask that you please surrender," Godwin-Baines said. "I forgive you, and love you but most importantly, God loves you. God can heal your mind and save your soul. Please!"

Godwin was the father of 10 children -- six girls and four boys.

Godwin's children say the reason they are able to forgive Stephens is because of their father, who took them to church every Sunday, and always stressed the importance of forgiveness.

Robert Godwin Jr. said the woman who Stephens blames in the Facebook video is also in the family's thoughts and prayers. "We know it is not her fault. She should not feel like it's her fault."

Godwin Sr.'s children described him as a wonderful person who loved his family, and said they want their father to be remembered for the good he did in his life, not for the horrific video.

"If you do watch it, it should make you want to change," Godwin Jr. said. The family is asking people not to share the disturbing footage, but, for those who do, Godwin Jr. asked that they "take something from it."

There is now a $50,000 reward for information leading to the Stephens' arrest. The FBI, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and U.S. Marshals provided the money for the reward.

Anyone with information about the suspect's whereabouts should call 1-800-CALL-FBI. If you see Stephens, do not approach. He is considered armed and dangerous.</s>This frame from video posted on Facebook shows Robert Godwin Sr. in Cleveland moments before being fatally shot on Sunday. The search for murder suspect Steve Stephens put authorities in surrounding states on the lookout Monday after police said the man might have left Ohio. (Facebook via AP)
Cleveland police search for a suspect identified in a Facebook video showing one man shooting an elderly man.