Akron police investigating death of 8-year-old boy after accidental shooting
Akron police believe this was an "unintentional shooting" and noted that a handgun was recovered at the scene.
Officials release bodycam video of police shooting that killed 15-year-old Ohio boy
The mayor and police chief in an Ohio city where a 15-year-old boy was fatally shot by police on Thanksgiving night said the bodycam video raises questions that must be addressed
8-year-old Akron boy dies after shooting accident, police say
An Akron 8-year-old has died in an apparent accidental shooting after police say he shot himself with an unsecured handgun that was in his home.
Akron police find 'over a dozen' shell casings at scene of fatal shooting in Patterson Park
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police are investigating a fatal shooting that took place on Sunday afternoon at Patterson Park. According to a press release, officers responded to calls of shots fired in the park at approximately 3 p.m. When they arrived, they found an unresponsive 21-year-old man lying in a grassy area near the basketball courts.
Akron Police Face Questions After Officer Fatally Shoots Teenager
The Ohio city’s mayor and the family of the 15-year-old, Jazmir Tucker, raised concerns about how officers handled the incident.
Day 2 of protests in Akron after officer body cam released of teen's fatal shooting on Thanksgiving
Saturday marked a second night of protests in Akron following the release of police body camera video that captured the moments between officers and 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker on Thanksgiving.
Ohio city officials question police after 15-year-old shot, killed on Thanksgiving
The mayor and police chief in an Ohio city where a 15-year-old was fatally shot by police on Thanksgiving said bodycam video of the shooting raises questions.
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Tragic shooting of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker sparks outrage in Akron, Ohio
In a heartbreaking incident that has left the Akron community reeling, 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker was shot and killed by ...
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Akron Council Chaos: Calls to Fire Officer After Teen's Death Shake City to Core
The Akron City Council is in turmoil after the police shooting of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker, with calls for officer ...
Woman, 20, killed in Akron fire: ‘It’s just not going to be the same without her’
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - A fire in Akron has took the life of 20-year-old Haleigh Horger. Firefighters say she was trapped on the third floor of the house late Saturday afternoon. The house, where she was ...
‘Veiled’ threats made against Akron officers, union officials say
Akron police union officials tell the FOX 8 I-Team that “veiled” threats have been made against officers involved in the ...
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3 deadly shootings in 4 days in one Akron neighborhood
There have been three homicides in one Akron neighborhood in four days. The latest was a deadly shooting near Patterson Park just after 3 p.m. on Sunday.
Akron 8-year-old dies after accidental shooting
An 8-year-old boy died Monday after Akron police said he “unintentionally” shot himself.The Summit County Medical Examiner ...
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Man found shot, killed near Akron park
AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – One person was found by police lying in an Akron field with gunshot wounds Sunday afternoon. According to ...
What are Ohio gas prices today? Here's what it will cost to fill your tank
The average Ohio gas price is up quite a bit today. Here's a look at the price of gas in cities around the state and why gas prices go up and down.
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Don't get wrapped up in holiday scams this season
Summit County officials and the Better Business Bureau of Akron are helping residents stay one step ahead of scammers.