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Monday, 02 December 2019 12:15

Nephew Charged in Uncle's Shooting Death

Akron Police say a 27-year-old man is under arrest in connection to the shooting death of his uncle over the weekend. 

On Saturday, November 30th, police were called to home in the 800 block of Cordova Avenue, where they found the victim, 64-year-old Melvin Peters. He had been shot in the back and was pronounced dead on the scene shortly after EMS arrived. 

According to APD, Donnell Lawson, the victim's nephew, confessed to the shooting. 

Lawson is now charged with aggravated murder. 

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Monday, 22 October 2018 12:02

APD Investigating Two Weekend Homicides

Another violent weekend in Akron, this time ending with two homicides. 

First, Friday night around 8:15, Akron Police were called to the scene of a car that had crashed into a building at the intersection of Osage Alley and Park Street. Upon arrival, officers noticed several citizens surrounding the vehicle, attempting to assist the driver who was unresponsive. EMS was called to the scene, where they determined that the driver had been shot, announcing him dead on arrival. 

Meanwhile, on Sunday night about 8:40, police were called to the 700 block of Merton Avenue for a reported shooting. When they arrived, they found that three people who were shot, one of whom was dead inside of a car and two others who suffered non life-threatening injuries. 

The investigation into both shootings is ongoing and neither victim's name has been released yet, pending positive I.D. and family notifications, according to Akron Police. 

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Tuesday, 09 October 2018 11:19

Victim Shot Along 77 in Coventry Township

The Summit County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a man was shot multiple times along I-77 near Wilbeth Road in Coventry Township Saturday night, just before 10 p.m.

According to the release, Deputies responded to a one-car accident in that same area, where they found a silver BMW that has crashed into the guardrail along the southbound lanes near Wilbeth. The driver was slumped over in the car, revived on the scene, and taken to Akron City Hospital where he was treated and is expected to survive.

Investigators are not releasing the name of the victim, and are asking anyone with information to call the Summit County Sheriff's Office.

See the full press release below: 

(SCSO) On October 6, 2018, at approximately 9:54 p.m., the Summit County Sheriff’s Office responded to a one vehicle accident on Interstate 77 North at the 122 Mile Post. A silver BMW was reported to have crashed into a guard rail and eventually coming to rest in the northbound lanes of traffic.

The driver of the vehicle appeared to be unconscious in the vehicle slumped over the center console. The responding deputies forced open the vehicle and removed the driver. The driver was evaluated and found to have multiple gunshot wounds and was showing no signs of life. The deputies performed first aid until the arrival of the Coventry Fire Department. The male was revived on scene and transported to Akron City Hospital and is expected to survive.

The shooting was determined to have occurred on Interstate 77 South near Wilbeth Road in the city of Akron. The victim was identified as a 22 year old male from the city of Akron. The identity of the male victim is not being released at this time. Anyone with information can call the Summit County Sheriff’s Office or Crimestoppers.

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Tuesday, 04 September 2018 11:11

UA Campus Safety Warning After Shooting, Robbery

(University of Akron) City of Akron and University of Akron police are asking for any information you may have related to two incidents that occurred between 3:15 and 4:15 a.m. today behind businesses in the 400 block of East Exchange Street.

In the first incident, a victim was reported to have been shot in the leg. The suspect is described as a light skinned black male wearing red pants with a white stripe and a white shirt. The victim, who is not a student, is being treated.

In the second incident, four or five men reportedly robbed a man and fled south of Exchange. The victim, also not a student, said he saw a gun. The suspects were described as black, possibly all wearing green bandannas. One was wearing gray sweats, a green bandanna and had short dreadlocks.

If you know anything about this incident, please call City of Akron police detectives at 330-375-2490.

You can submit a tip confidentially to police by texting it to 274637 (CRIMES), and beginning the message with the keyword ZIPTIP. You may also submit a tip confidentially online to provide more detailed information, including images. All the ways you can submit a tip confidentially.

The University sends these advisories to encourage students and employees to take precautions and to submit any tips they may have. Previous advisories have prompted people to submit valuable tips that have led to arrests.

The UA Police Department's Campus Patrol is available to escort you to and from your car to classrooms and labs at any hour. Call the service at 330-972-7123.

Our officers patrol campus and the neighborhoods near campus around the clock. See safety recommendations from our police

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Monday, 27 August 2018 11:59

APD Looking for Akron Shooting Suspect

Early Saturday afternoon, Akron Police were called to the 900 block of Baughman Street on a report of a fight between two women, reportedly over a man.

According to the police report, the man that the two women were arguing over, identified as 24-year-old Shaquille L. Jones of Nesbitt Avenue (pictured), pulled a gun, pointed it at one of the females, and threatened to shoot her. That female victim fled the scene, followed shortly after by the second female.

Later that night, around 10:30, police say Jones was identified as the suspect who shot an 18-year-old man in the head and chest on Orrin Street. That victim was taken to Akron General, his status is unknown. Meanwhile, a warrant has been issued for Jones. 

Anyone knowing his whereabouts is encouraged to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490; 330-375-2TIP, the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-866-4-WANTED; or the Summit County Crimestoppers Inc. at 330-434-COPS. You can also text TIPSCO with your tips to 274637 (Crimes). Callers can remain anonymous.

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Akron Police are asking for anyone who may have witnessed a Sunday evening shooting to come forward. 

Officers responded to a call of "shots fired" in the 2100 block of 4th Street Southwest Sunday evening, just before 8 p.m. When they arrived on the scene, they found the victim, who had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital where he was last listed in critical condition. 

Police have not offered any suspect description, but again are asking any possible witnesses to come forward. 

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Wednesday, 28 February 2018 10:19

APD: Two Women, One Child Shot in Akron

Akron Police are looking for anyone that may have witnessed a shooting along Hamlin Street Tuesday afternoon to come forward. 

According to the press release, two young women, 22-years-old and 19-years-old, were sitting in a car along with a 7-year-old girl, in the 800 block of Hamlin Street in Akron on Tuesday afternoon. At about 4:45 p.m., gunshots were fired from a passing vehicle, hitting all three of the victims inside the car. Two of the three suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while the third is reportedly in serious condition. Akron Police did not specify which of the victims was in serious. 

There is no description of the suspect or suspects at this time, so APD Detectives are looking for witnesses to come forward. 

Anyone with information is asked to call APD at 330-375-2490. 

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Friday, 19 January 2018 10:31

APD Investigating Thursday Night Shooting

When Akron Police arrived at the home in the 1100 block of Bethany Avenue Thursday night on a call of a man shot, they found the victim sitting on the porch of the home with mutliple gunshot wounds, holding a gun. 

The call first came in around 10 p.m. The victim was sitting on the porch and had suffered gunshot wounds to the face, chest, and arms. Upon approaching the home, officers noticed that the man was holding a handgun. They secured the gun and then the victim was transported to Akron City Hospital. According to the APD report Friday morning, the victim, whose name hasn't been released, was in serious condition. 

According to that report, detectives were not given any suspect description or any more information. Now, they're asking for anyone who may know something to call them. 

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Tuesday, 16 January 2018 11:29

Argument Between Two Men, Woman Leads to Shooting

We have an update on the shooting in Akron's West Hill neighborhood this morning.

According to the report, just before 5 this morning Akron Police responded to the 300 block of Gold Street near Nickel, on a call about a shooting.

There were two male victims that were shot; one in the head, the other in the arm. The first victim is at Akron General in Critical Condition, while the second was taken to Akron City Hospital and is in serious condition. A short time later, Akron Police arrested Hedy Moss, 49, who fled the scene after the shooting, and charged her with two counts felonious assault.

She's in Summit County Jail.

The victims' names have not been released, pending the notification of their families. 

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Tuesday, 14 November 2017 11:31

Police: Shooting of Affinity Doctor Was Personal

Massillon Police say that the man who shot a cardiologist in the parking lot of Affinity Medical Center Monday afternoon targeted the doctor because of a shared love interest. 

Dr. George Seese was walking out to his vehicle that was parked in the Affinity Medical Center parking lot Monday afternoon. When he reached his Denali, Dr. Seese was approached by Michael Wood, who police say then fired five shots at Seese, hitting him several times. After the shooting, Wood returned to his car, which was parked behind Seese's in the lot, and then turned the gun on himself. 

Dr. Seese died from his wounds, as did Wood. 

Area schools were placed on lockdown for a brief period following the shooting, but Massillon Police say that Dr. Seese was the only intended target and there was no immediate threat to the public. 

Dr. Seese was a cardiologist for 20 years and leaves behind 13 children and 13 grandchildren, according to reports. One of Dr. Seese's sons is a colleague at WAKR and Rubber City Radio Group.

 

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Akron Police are investigating two separate shootings in the city within a few hours of eachother. 

The first happened around 9:40 p.m. Thursday night at a home in the 800 block of Sumner Street. According to the APD report, a 17-year-old male walked up onto the porch of the Sumner Street home and knocked on the door. There were two other males waiting outside, closer to the street. A 24-year-old male stepped out of the house and after a short conversation, multiple shots were fired. The victim, that 24-year-old, who was later identified as Deontae D. Henderson of Storer Ave. in Akron, was transported to Akron City Hospital where he later died. 

Two other males, a 23-year-old and a 30-year-old, came out of the house after hearing the gunshots. They were shot, taken to the hospial by acquaintances. One victim is listed in critical condition; the other suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Neither of their names have been released yet. The 17-year-old who approaced the house was also shot. He was taken to Akron Children's Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Akron Police Lieutenant Rick Edwards tells 1590 WAKR that they are unsure who fired the shots and that the investigation is ongoing. 

The second shooting happened early Friday morning, around 3 a.m., outside a gas station in the Valley, along Merriman Road near Portage Path. 

According to the Akron Police report, a large crowd gathered in the parking lot of the 7-Eleven as the bars in the Valley were closing. Multiple shots were fired and two men, a 23-year-old and a 29-year-old were wounded. Friends of the two victims drove them to Akron City Hospital. Their injuries were reported as non-life-threatening. Their names have not been released. APD is still investigating that shooting. 

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Wednesday, 03 May 2017 11:15

Chance for New Trial for Akron Killer

Dawud E. Spaulding of Akron, currently on death row in Ohio for killing two people and paralyzing another in a 2011 shooting, has been granted 10 more pages to present his argument for reopening his case.

The Ohio Supreme Court ruled in favor of his lawyers' request to remove the page-limitation on an appeal for a new trial. Spauling was originally set to be executed in March of 2014, but the automatic appeals process has extended that date to this point.

Now, this request for re-opening the case must not exceed 25 pages.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2017 10:19

Shooting Near U of A Campus

University of Akron Police are investigating a shooting just off campus along South Adolph Avenue, just east of campus and Route 8. 

According to the police report, the shooting happened Monday afternoon about 1:15. One 26-year-old male victim was shot in the foot and transported to Summa Akron City Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Police say the victim hasn't been cooperative with them and hasn't provided a suspect description. 

The only thing police know is that a male suspect fled the scene on foot, running through backyards toward campus. 

Anyone with information is asked to call Akron PD or University of Akron PD. 

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Monday, 16 January 2017 12:22

Shooting At Akron Gentleman's Club

Two men were shot inside the Clutch Gentleman's Club on South Arlington early Sunday morning. Now police asking for help finding two suspects. The police report states an altercation started inside the club just after 3 a.m. and then one, or possibly both suspects opened fire. A Canton man and a man from Detroit were both shot; both transported to Akron City Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. 

Suspect 1

Below is the press release from APD: 

Shortly after 3:00am Sunday morning, two males were shot inside the Clutch Gentleman’s Club, located at 1890 South Arlington Street. The victims reported they were involved in an altercation inside of the club when the suspect fired several shots. The first victim, 33 year old male from Canton, was shot in the abdomen and upper leg. The second victim, 33 year old male from Detroit, was shot in the upper right leg. Both victims were transported to Akron City Hospital by a friend with non-life threatening injuries. The suspects are two black males. The first suspect is about 30 years old, 6’1” – 6’3”, 240 – 250 lbs., with black braided hair, beard, mustache, and was wearing a camouflage pants and gray shirt. The second suspect is 5’7” – 5’9”, wearing a knit hat with a white emblem on the front, a light colored hooded sweatshirt and jacket. Anyone with information is asked to contact our department.

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Monday, 19 September 2016 11:08

APD Officer Shoots Suspect Holding Rifle

UPDATE: Police have identified the victim of the police-involved shooting at 61-year-old Philip B. Hasan who lived at the apartments located at 1000 Florida Avenue. The autopsy revealed that Hasan died of a gunshot wound to the chest. 

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Akron Police say an officer shot and killed a suspect who refused officers' orders to not reach for a rifle. 

The incident happened Sunday afternoon around 3:30 when police were called to an apartement parking lot along Florida Avenue in Akron. The inital call was regarding an altercation between a 61-year-old man and another resident of the apartment complex. The victim called police saying the suspect clammed his arm in a car door during the altercation.

When police arrived on the scene, the suspect was walking toward a van parked in the lot. Officers ordered him to stop when they saw him reaching for a rifle that was stashed in the van. The man refused and that's when one of the two responding officers opened fire, hitting the man with several shots in the torso. The man, who's name has not been released, was transported to Cleveland Clinic Akron General where he later died.

The officer who fired his weapon has been placed on paid administrative leave, as is protocol for the department while the investigation is ongoing. No officers were injured during the incident. 

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Wednesday, 24 August 2016 08:58

77 Crash Was A Shooting

The long delays on 77 this morning near the Pro Football Hall of Fame was more than just a crash; it was more like a shooting range.
 
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reports an individual in the 2005 Kia minivan stopped on the side of the road in Canton on the southbound lane was riddled with bullet holes, and had blood on the inside of the vehicle. A woman who reportedly was inside the vehicle was struck by bullets in the hand and grazed in the back of the head, and was treated for what were termed "non life-threatening" injuries at Mercy Medical Center. The woman was transported to the hospital after running from her vehicle and trying to get help at a nearby residence before four o'clock this morning.
 
The Canton Repository reports that the woman was targeted in the shooting and it was not random.
 
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(OSHP) The Canton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a shooting that occurred on Interstate 77, Wednesday, August 24, 2016.  at approximately 3:43 AM. A trooper with the Canton Post stopped with a 2005 Kia minivan
on IR 77 southbound near milepost 106 in the City of Canton.
 
Upon approaching the vehicle it was determined the vehicle was abandoned and had multiple bullet holes on the passenger and blood inside the vehicle.  Initial investigation has revealed the victim was fired upon while driving on Interstate 77 and fled on foot from the vehicle to a nearby residence for help after being shot in the hand and grazed on the back of the head.  
 
The victim was transported to Mercy Medical Center with non­life threatening injuries and is currently being treated and interviewed by Highway Patrol investigators. This case remains under investigation
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Monday, 08 August 2016 11:27

Guilty Plea In Fatal Akron Bar Shooting

Willie S. Hicks, III has been sentenced to 18-years-to-life in prison after entering a guilty plea in the shooting death of Lentheric Caldwell back in January of 2016. 

The shooting happened at the Hi-De-Ho Lounge on Vernon Odom Boulevard in Akron. Witnesses say 44-year-old Hicks entered the bar, pulled out a gun, and then shot the 39-year-old Caldwell in the chest. Hicks fled the scene, but was caught up with by police shortly after.

Hicks entered a guilty plea to one count of murder and one firearm specific violation. In court, it is reported that Hicks took responsibility for the crime and apologized to Caldwell's family. He was sentenced by Summit County Common Pleas Court Judge Scot Stevenson to 15-years-to-life for the murder charge and an additional 3 years on the firearm violation.  

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The impact of the deadly shooting in Dallas is hitting local communities. The Cleveland Police Deparmtent has ordered officers to patrol the streets with a partner and the Akron Police Department is also following those orders.

"...officers will be only two-man cars, which for us is not typical for our daytime patrol officers. But until further notice, we will be operating on two-man cars." said APD Major Kenneth Ball.

The department has been involved in a number of training programs -- including training on implicit biases.

For the Summit County Sheriff's Office, the department is focused on remaining vigilant.

"We're going to stay vigilant," said Barry. "We've had a heightened awareness level for a while now due to the problems throughout the country and we're going to continues to proactively approach it that way."

Sheriff Steve Berry says training continues to be an important priority of the department, especially ahead of the Republican National Convention where they will be sending between 20 to 40 deputies.

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Tallmadge Police arrested four people - including two juveniles - in connection to armed robberies and drive-bys.

Police first responded to an armed robbery call when a taxi driver was held as knife-point while pumping gas.

The driver doused the robber in gas as the suspect fled into a getaway car and was able to get the car's license plate.

Police arrested 19-year-old Abdual-Fattah Sallora and a 17-year-old at a home on Norton Drive and another 16-year-old juvenile at the address the license plates were registered.

Cell phone video evidence recovered in the arrests linked 18-year-old Adam Zesiger to three unsolved drive-bys.

He's charged with three counts of Complicity in the shootings

Here's the press release provided by the Tallmadge Police Department.

On Saturday morning at 5:30 Tallmadge Police responded to an Armed Robbery of a taxi driver on Tallmadge Circle. A 41 year old Akron resident reported that he was pumping gas when approached by a masked person brandishing a knife and demanding his money. The victim responded by dousing the suspect with gasoline. The suspect and two others fled in a tan Honda. The victim was also able to provide responding officers with the license plate on the car.

A seventeen year old Tallmadge juvenile and Abdul-Fattah Sallora, 19 of Tallmadge, were arrested at a residence in the 900 block of Norton Drive. A second juvenile was located in the 400 block of Helena Drive in Tallmadge where the license plate returned. During the arrests, evidence was found linking the 17 year old and an adult male to three unsolved drive-by shootings in Tallmadge. One April 12 at 10pm, several shots were fired into a residence in the 100 block of Antone Drive. Sometime Thursday night homes in the 700 block of Treat Blvd. and the 600 block of Newton Street were struck by gunfire from a moving vehicle. All three homes were occupied and no one was injured. Witnesses reported seeing a silver Jeep and hearing “firecracker” like sounds.

The seventeen year old robbery suspect is also alleged to have shot at all three houses. There is cell phone video linking the youth to the shootings. He is incarcerated at the Summit County Juvenile Detention facility along with the 16 year old who was present during the robbery. Adam J. Zesiger 18 of Tallmadge is charged with three counts of Complicity in the shootings. He was allegedly the driver and has been incarcerated in the Summit County Jail. Sallora is in the Summit County Jail charged with Complicity and Conspiracy in the robbery case. He and Zesiger will have initial appearances in Stow Municipal Court on Monday.

*No video or photos are available in either case until Monday

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Tuesday, 01 March 2016 16:21

Man Hospitalized After Akron Shooting

Akron police are dealing with an early morning shooting that left a man fighting for his life.

Police say 23 year-old Carlton DA Stafford of East Crosier Street was shot in the shoulder after an argument in the 800 block of Eller Avenue around midnight, and police said earlier that his injuries appeared to be life-threatening.

An update lists Stafford in serious condition at Akron City Hospital.

Police don't have a detailed description of the suspect.

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Monday, 15 February 2016 06:37

UPDATE APD Looking For Homicide Suspect

A murder warrant has been issued for a 31-year-old man --- accused of fatally shooting a man at a house party on early Valentine's Day morning.

Police say Antoine C. Bennett should be considered armed and dangerous. His last known address was on East 97th Street in Cleveland.

Police say shots were fired at the party on North Howard Street after a fight. They say the 25 year-old victim was found inside the house shot in the chest died later at Akron City Hospital.

Another man, 25 year-old Malcolm Washington of Baird Street, flagged down police nearby and said he was shot in the foot.

The man killed hasn't yet been identified. An autopsy will be conducted by the Summit County Medical Examiner's Office.

Akron police are providing a description of Bennett, and ask for help finding him:

"Bennett is a black male, 5'10", 245 lbs. with black medium length hair, a beard and moustache. He should be considered armed and dangerous."

"Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Antoine Bennett is encouraged to call the Akron Police Department, Detective Bureau at (330) 375-2490; the U.S. Marshals Service at 1-866-4-WANTED; or the Summit County Crimestoppers Inc. at 330-434-COPS. You can also text TIPSCO with your tips to 274637 (Crimes). Callers can remain anonymous."

(Earlier coverage) A house party led to a fatal shooting in Akron on Valentine's Day.

Police tell NewsChannel 5 that they're looking for the person who shot and killed a man at a North Howard Street home around 2 a.m.

A 25-year-old flagged down police to let them know what happened and said he was also shot in the foot.

A warrant has been issued for 31-year-old Antoine C. Bennett. Police say he should be considered armed and dangerous.

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Thursday, 11 February 2016 09:33

Second Teen Arrested In Kent Murder

Kent police say they've arrested the second teen in connection with the murder of a Kent State University student.

NewsChannel 5 reports a 17-year-old was taken into custody last (Wednesday) night and booked into the Portage County Juvenile Justice Center. He's facing a delinquency by aggravated murder charge and is being held without bond.

Another 17-year-old Stow-Monroe Falls High School student was arrested earlier this week in connection with the shooting death of 18-year-old Nicholas Massa.

On the web: www.newsnet5.com

 

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Wednesday, 03 February 2016 09:50

Shooting Victim Under Police Guard At Hospital

Akron police say a man who suffered a gunshot wound while driving was placed under police guard at a local hospital. Police say it turns out JuJuan Weems, 23, of Akron had a warrant out for gross sexual imposition and sexual battery.

Capt. Dan Zampelli says it took some time to find the shooting victim after a shooting was reported at West South Street and Princeton Avenue.

"They did speak to neighbors in the area who indicated that a male had been driving a car, the car stopped abruptly, a male got out and went into a local market," said Zampelli.

Police say Weems went to the hospital and was treated for a gunshot wound to the chest. He's under police guard until he's released and booked into the Summit County Jail.

Details related to the possible shooting suspect were not released.

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Friday, 15 January 2016 11:52

Hearing Set For Man Accused Of Killing Canton K9

The man who's accused of killing Canton police K9 officer Jethro appeared in Canton Municipal Court this morning for his arraignment.

A preliminary hearing for Kelontre Barefield has been scheduled for January 22nd at 1:30 p.m. and his bond remains at $5 million.

Barefield is accused of shooting K9 Jethro three times during a burglary at Fisher Foods in Canton last weekend.

Hundreds attended Jethro's funeral service Thursday afternoon.

Previous Coverage: 

VIDEO End Of Watch: Canton Police K9 Jethro

Bond Set at $5 Million For Alleged K9 Killer

AUDIO: Jethro Donations Pour In

UPDATE Canton Police K-9 Jethro Passes Away

Police K-9, Suspect Shot in Canton Burglary

 

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Tuesday, 22 December 2015 17:53

APD: Marijuana Sales Turns Into Shooting

Akron police say a man who drove to sell marijuana last night, and instead of money, he got shot.

Police say it happened at around 10 PM Monday night at Washburn Street and Tressel Avenue - the would-be pot seller was in his car when someone fired several shots at his car.

The man was struck in the torso and arm, and called police after driving to a business at South Hawkins and Diagonal Road.

Police say the victim is in stable condition at Akron General Medical Center.

There's no description of the shooter.

Cops say they found 65 grams of marijuana in the man's car, and he was charged with attempted drug abuse.

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Thursday, 17 December 2015 11:43

25-Year-Old Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting

An investigation is underway in a fatal officer-involved shooting in Kent early Thursday morning. Kent police say officers responded to a disturbance call shortly before 4 a.m. at a Virginia Avenue home.

NewsChannel 5 reports the cousin of 25-year-old Douglas Yon told police dispatchers that Yon refused to leave the house and was armed with a machete. She also reported that Yon was going to run toward officers and "make them shoot."

Kent police say four officers responded on scene. Police say Yon "engaged officers, wielding a machete." Officers fired an unknown amount of shots at the man. An ambulance was called in to administer first-aid, but Yon was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities did not release the names of the officers involved or how many officers fired their weapons.

The Portage County Sheriff's Office is conducting an independent investigation and BCI is assisting with the collection of evidence.

The officers involved in the shooting will be placed on administrative leave during the investigation.

On the web: www.newsnet5.com

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Update 2:51 p.m. Law enforcement has captured a man who is accused of fatally shooting his wife at a nursing home in Canton near Meyers Lake.

Stark County Sheriff George Maier says 37-year-old Dragan Sekulic was apprehended on 77 Southbound near Cambridge.

Sekulic is charged with shooting his estranged wife Celjka Sekulic in the parking lot of Astoria Nursing Home on 12th Street NW.

Maier says that Dragan Sekulic had dropped off a rental car at the Akron-Canton Airport, switching to the car that was pulled over by the state trooper near Cambridge.

(Earlier coverage) Deputies with the Stark County Sheriff's Office are searching for a man who is accused of fatally shooting his wife at a nursing home in Canton near Meyers Lake.

Officials confirm that Celjka Sekulic, 37, was shot in the parking lot of Astoria Nursing Home on 12th Street NW.

The suspect has been identified as Dragan Sekulic, 37, the estranged husband of the victim. He fled and was last seen in a white 2016 GMC Terrain with a Kentucky license plate 714VBC. The suspect is believed to be armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Stark COunty Sheriff's Office at (330) 430-3800 or the anonymous tip line at (330) 451-3937.

 

 

***STARK COUNTY SHERIFF GEORGE T. MAIER MEDIA RELEASE***

Posted by Stark County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, December 9, 2015
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Tuesday, 08 December 2015 11:52

UPDATE VIDEO 21-Year-Old Shot, Killed In Akron

Updated 1:34 p.m. Police say the gunman pictured in the surveillance video below appears to be one of the two people who robbed two Family Dollar stores on Saturday night by pistol-whipping employees.

They say one suspect could be a female.

Akron CrimeStoppers is offering a reward in the crimes.

NewsChannel 5 reports that Husein's family is offering a $50,000 reward in addition to a reward offered by Akron CrimeStoppers.

(Previous coverage) The shooting death of a 21-year-old at an Akron pizza shop is under investigation.

The Summit County Medical Examiner's Office reports the man was shot at Premium New York Style Pizza on East Glenwood shortly before 11 p.m. Monday night. He is identified as Zakareia Husein, 21, from Springfield Township. He suffered a fatal wound to the chest.

Updated 11:50 a.m. Akron police released surveillance video of the robbery as the gunman, clad in black with a mask covering his face, approached the cash register demanding money. Husein can clearly be seen handing over the money. The video does not include the shooting.

Police have also released surveillance video of the Family Dollar robbery on East Tallmadge Avenue on Saturday night, and the Family Dollar robbery a half hour later on South Main Street.

Husein was taken to Akron City Hospital, where he later died of his injuries. Police are asking for the public's help identifying the gunman.

 

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Saturday, 05 December 2015 11:33

Man Shot, Killed in Akron

Akron police are investigating the shooting death of a man on the city's west side Friday night.

The Summit County Medical Examiner's Office reports a man was shot at a home on Storer Avenue and was pronounced dead at the scene around 8:30 p.m.

Further details and the victim's identity have not been released.

 

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Thursday, 19 November 2015 12:43

Arrest Made In Shooting Death Of 19-Year-Old

Akron police say they have made an arrest in connection with the shooting death of an Akron man over the weekend.

On early Sunday morning, Jaleel Jovon Woods, 19, of Endicott Drive was found with a gunshot wound to the head near Cordova and Courtland avenues.

Detectives arrested Jovonte A. Veal, 21, of Copley Road and charged him with murder. He was taken into custody Wednesday night and booked into the Summit County Jail.

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Wednesday, 28 October 2015 09:32

Ivery Sentenced To Life In Prison Without Parole

The man convicted in the fatal shooting of Akron police officer Justin Winebrenner was officially sentenced to life in prison without parole, plus an additional 65 years, Wednesday morning.

Judge Alison McCarty followed the jury's recommendation last week to sentence Kenan Ivery, 36, to life in prison over execution.

"You will never again walk among us as a free man," said McCarty.

Justin Winebrenner's father, Rob Winebrenner, was the first of many family members and friends to give a victim impact statement before Ivery's sentencing.

"Finally, I want you to know as a parent, I am content standing here as a proud father of a hero that is no longer with us, knowing the last good deed that Justin did as a police officer is getting you off the streets forever."

Ivery shot and killed Winebrenner during a fight at Papa Don's Pub last November and also wounded four others. Ivery claimed it was self-defense when he pulled the trigger. He walked back into the bar with a gun after he was asked to leave.

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UPDATE Jury Recommends Life In Prison Without Parole

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