An Akron man behind his own "scared straight" program is facing dozens more charges now, according to Summit County Prosecutor Sherri Bevan Walsh. 

In addition to impersonating an officer, Christopher Hendon, 26, is now facing 47 more charges, including kidnapping, abduction, assault, and endangering children.

The charges are all related to a a series of events that happened between March 29 and April 6 of this year. Hendon is said to have brought children into the Summit County Court several times within that timeframe while he posed as a resource officer as part of a "Scared Straight" program. He was seen in full tactical gear, and entered the court with kids handcuffs. 

Hendon is not an officer of the law. 

An Akron man died after crashing his motorcycle along Route 8 in Cuyahoga Falls Tuesday afternoon. 

Cuyahoga Falls Police say Richard O. Hopkins, 19, was speeding before the crash near Graham Road. The posted speed limit in the area is 55 mph; police say Hopkins was doing an estimated 95 mph when he crashed. The report indicates that an improper lane change by Hopkins also contributed to the crash. 

Traffic was backed up for about 4 hours along Route 8 Tuesday due to the accident. 

Hopkins was wearing a helmet. 

Getting a ticket from the police typically isn't a good thing. But this summer, for Akron youths, a slip of paper from an officer could actually be a sign that they're doing something right! 

On Friday, the Akron Police Department is kicking off their second annual "Positive Ticketing" campaign in an effort to connect with kids and young adults in the Akron area. 

Officers on patrol who notice kids in the city doing good deeds, such as using the crosswalks, helping others, making efforts to help curb violent or illegal behavior or activities, etc., reserve the right to write up a "special" ticket to recognize that good behavior. The "tickets" are actually coupons for one free McDonald's ice cream cone at any Summit County location. 

Akron Police Lieutenant Rick Edwards says last year's inaugural campaign was a huge success and the department got a lot of positive feedback because of it. "We encourage officers to talk to kids at the park, in their yards... Anywhere in the community where they're doing good things," Lt. Edwards said, and added that it's about building a positive relationship between the city's youngsters and Akron officers. Lt. Edwards says by developing these relationships, kids are more likely to approach an officer when they actually need help in the future. 

Once an Akron kid receives a "Positive Ticket" his or her name is thrown into the hopper for a chance to win a bike that's been donated by Elves and More of Northeast Ohio. The group has donated several bikes for the campaign that runs through Labor Day weekend. 

Akron Police say they've charged a teenager in connection to the brawl and riot that was caught on camera Sunday night at Perkins Park in West Akron. 

According to reports, the 16-year-old was arrested Wednesday evening. He tried to run from police when they attempted to detain him. 

The teen is the first to be charged in the fight that was recorded by a neighborhood resident. That resident told News 5 that the park has been a problem for some time now, saying there's always fighting, drinking, partying, and even drug dealing going on. 

Police say they monitor the park and respond to the calls they get regarding illegal activity at the park. 

The teen's name has not been released. Witnesses reportedly told police he was one of the instigators of the fight. He's been charged with obstructing official business and instigating a fight. 

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan, during a speech at Akron's Fire Station #2 Thursday morning, announced that he is proposing a quarter-percent income tax increase to be put on the November ballot. 

Mayor Horrigan cited several reasons for the "necessary increase," including deteriorating roads and Akron Police Department and Fire Department needs. "The City of Akron continues to lose about $15 Million every year from the elimination of fair tax sharing in the state of Ohio," the Mayor said. Since the Recession of 2008, Horrigan added, the city has lost a total of $80 Million in unrealized income tax revenue. 

If approved by City Council, the issue would be placed on the November ballot for Akron residents to vote on. The proposed increase would raise the current income tax rate of 2.25% to 2.5%. 

The City of Akron hasn't had a general income tax increase (see next paragraph) since 1981 for "essential city services", Horrigan said in a prepared release. He says the city desperately needs this proposed increase for new, updated police cruisers and fire trucks; to support the APD body camera database; and to improve roughly 45 miles worth of Akron roadways, just to name a few things.

Akron voters approved a boost in the municipal income tax by .25 percent in 2003 dedicated to fund an $800 million dollar, 15 year plan to rebuild local schools as Community Learning Centers by the Akron Public School district. That project has been underway but has been scaled back with the loss of student enrollment across the district. State funds are used as well as local funding generated by the Akron income tax percentage taken for the school rebuilding project.

Mayor Horrigan touted his adminstration's efforts to continually do "more with less," but says the increase is necessary to maintain safety efforts and keep up with regular road maintenance and repaving efforts. Akron Police Chief James Nice and Fire Chief Clarence Tucker were on hand for the Mayor's announcement Thursday, and they both expressed their full support for the tax increase.  

The Mayor will officially present his proposal to Akron City Council this coming Monday, June 26th. 

Below is the press release from the Mayor's office regarding the proposed increase: 

Akron, Ohio, June 22, 2017– Today, Mayor Horrigan announced his proposal for a ¼% earned income tax increase to fund capital and operating needs for police, fire/EMS, public service and roads in the City of Akron. The income tax proposal, if passed by City Council, would be placed on the November 7, 2017 ballot for approval by Akron voters.

“Over the last several years, the City of Akron has continued to do more with less. We have made cuts across the board, reduced personnel, and consolidated services to reflect the City’s revenue challenges. However, we simply cannot cut our way to prosperity,” Mayor Horrigan said of the proposal. “It has been 36 years since our last income tax increase for essential city services, and as we seek to grow our population and revitalize our neighborhoods, our city needs and deserves this funding. The time is now.”

On average, the funds would be spent between police (1/3), fire/EMS (1/3), and streets (1/3). “It is essential that we provide our police and fire/EMS personnel with the equipment and facilities they need to protect our neighborhoods and keep us safe. And, we simply cannot allow our roads to deteriorate further if we expect our neighborhoods and business districts to thrive,” Mayor Horrigan said.

The City of Akron has lost $15 million per year in fair tax-sharing from the State of Ohio and lost an estimated $80 million in unrealized income tax revenue since 2008, as a result of the recession. Without replacement funding, the City would be forced to make difficult budgeting decisions that would impact City services across the board.

“As promised, I’ve listened closely to the Akron community over the past two years, and the feedback I’ve received is clear—we must invest in the long-term vitality of our neighborhoods. This fair and reasonable increase will allow us to significantly improve streets across the city by paving an average of 43 more miles of roadway each year. It will provide the funding needed to maintain current public safety staffing levels and replace deteriorating equipment and facilities for our Police and Fire Departments.”

Police Chief James Nice and Fire Chief Clarence Tucker joined Mayor Horrigan to express their full support for the proposal and detail the dire needs of their departments—including the need to launch a body-worn camera data storage program, replace two aging fire stations, at least one pumper truck, and 63 police cruisers in poor condition.

The additional ¼% income tax only applies to income earned at a job and will not affect retirement/pension income, social security, or other government benefits. Two-thirds of the funding raised through income tax collection is paid by commuters who work in Akron but live in other communities. If successful, this proposal would raise Akron’s income tax to 2.5% – consistent with cities like Cleveland, Columbus and Dayton. The cost of the additional ¼% tax is $1.68/week, for a resident earning Akron’s median income of $35,000.

Council President Marilyn Keith joined the Mayor in making today’s announcement. “I am proud to stand with Mayor Horrigan in support of this reasonable and much-needed income tax proposal,” President Keith said. “These funds will support the core services we provide as a City, and address the issues most important to our residents – public safety, the quality of our roads and neighborhoods.”

The Mayor concluded by renewing his commitment to continue to control spending. “Even with an income tax increase, we must continue to explore ways to spend smarter, and prioritize funds where they’re needed most.” The legislation authorizing the ¼% income tax increase will be introduced to City Council on Monday, June 26th .

Summit County Sheriff's Deputies have arrested a Coventry Township woman who allegedly abused her friend's baby while she was watching her. 

The incident occured back in May, when Audrey D. Hunt, 35, offered to watch her friend's 10-month-old child on May 2nd. The mother agreed, willfully allowing Hunt to take the baby to her Coventry Township home. Hours later, the mother called Hunt so that she could have her baby brought back home. Hunt refused, saying she would bring the baby back the next day. 

On May 3rd, the mother got a ride to Hunt's home. That's when she noticed injuries to the baby's face and arms. She took the baby to Akron Children's Hospital, where hospital staff determined that the baby's injuries were consistant with abuse. The Summit County Sheriff's Department Detectives began their investigation. 

On Tuesday, June 20, Hunt was arrested and charged with Felony Interference with Custody, Misdemeanor Child Endangering, and Misdemeanor Assault. She's currently being held in Summit County Jail. 

Browns wide receiver Corey Coleman hasn't been charged in the New Years Eve assault that took place in the lobby of his downtown Cleveland condo, but a probable cause affidavit filed with the indictment Tuesday says Coleman likely took part in the attack. 

The indictment filed in Cuyahoga County charges Coleman's brother, Jonathan, and Jared Floyd, both residents of Dallas, Texas, with felonious assault. They're alleged to have attacked Adam Sapp of Mayfield Heights, leaving him with a ruptured ear drum, a concussion, and several bruises.

Sapp says he doesn't remember the Browns second-year receiver attacking him, but the Prosecutor's Office says the investigation is ongoing. 

Just before 5 p.m. Monday, Akron Police attempted to pull over a Kia on Chittenden Street in Akron after they noticed the driver make several traffic violations. The driver refused to pull over and continued onto McKinley Street, eventually pulling into a driveway. Then, the driver fled on foot through backyards. 

Officers chased the suspect on foot and noticed he was carrying a gun. During the chase, officers repeatedly told the man to drop the weapon. He did not and continued to run.

Eventually, the suspect was cornered by police in a driveway in the 600 block of Roscoe Avenue. Again, officers commanded the man to drop his weapon. He did not and an officer fired one shot, striking the suspect in the torso. 

The suspect, identified as Delon J. McGill of Akron, was secured in handcuffs and taken to Akron City Hospital where he was listed in stable condition.  

The officer involved in the shooting, a four year veteran of the department, has been placed on paid administrative leave, per departmental procedure. McGill has been charged with carrying a concealed weapon and weapons under disability. He is still in the hospital under observation. 

Just before 7 p.m. Sunday, Stow Police were called about the robbery of a pizza driver. 

According to the report, the driver arrived at a home on Hibbard Drive and said a man came at him with a large kitchen knife, demanding all his money. After he took the money, the suspect hopped in the driver's Hyundai Sonata and took off. 

The suspect was later identified as 45-year-old Matthew Robert Guzik (pictured) of Stow. Police caught up with him the next day, Monday, in Sagamore Hills.

The report indicates that Guzik used a fake name when placing the pizza order, but had the food delivered to his home. The driver told police that Guzik said he was robbing him because of marital problems and that he was "feeling very angry."

Guzik was being held in Summit County Jail and due for arraignment Monday. 

The Kent State community is mourning the loss of a freshman football player who died after practice Tuesday morning.

Tyler Heintz, 19, was transported to a local hospital after morning conditioning drills at Dix Stadium. There's no word on what symptoms he had, and the cause of death is still being investigated.

Late Tuesday evening, KSU released a statement: 

"Today, the Kent State University family mourns the tragic loss of one of our student-athletes, freshman football player Tyler Heintz. Tyler was transported to a local hospital by paramedics this morning following football conditioning drills at Dix Stadium. The cause of death is not yet known.Tyler was from Kenton, Ohio, and planned to study marketing and entrepreneurship in the College of Business Administration. Tyler was recruited as a rising star on our offensive line. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with Tyler’s family and friends, as well as Coach Haynes and the team, our athletics staff and our student-athletes."

Tyler attended Kenton High School and many of his friends and classmates took to social media to express their condolences and their praise for Tyler, saying that he was a hard worker.

Tuesday was just his second practice with Kent State Football after being highly recruited out of Kenton for the KSU offensive line. 

In 2014, Kent State University football player Jason Bitsko died of natural causes just a few days before their season opener.