Tragedy struck in Akron yesterday afternoon when a 22-year-old man was shot during what began as a routine transaction. The victim had arranged to sell his PlayStation 4 via Facebook Marketplace, intending to meet the buyer at Morgan Park. According to the Akron Police Department, as reported by WKYC, the sale took a violent turn when the victim was met by two individuals, one of whom took the gaming console and shot the victim before fleeing the area in a dark vehicle.
The incident occurred on the 400 block of Morgan Avenue around 3 p.m. timeframe, and the police, upon arrival, discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound, which fortunately was not life-threatening. Police later stated that the victim was taken to a local hospital, and the officers were unsuccessful in apprehending the suspects after an extensive search of the vicinity. This failure to quickly secure the suspects compelled police to ask for the public's assistance. As it stands, the suspects remain unidentified and at large. WKYC covered this story first.
Meanwhile, further details obtained by FOX8 include a press release from the police stating that the victim faced not one but two suspects during what should have been a simple exchange. The police have called for witnesses, urging anyone with information to come forward. The call is to reach out to the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau directly or to submit tips anonymously via Summit County Crimestoppers or text message in the hopes that the community might be able to provide insight into this shocking act of violence.
The Summit County Crimestoppers are available at 330-434-COPS for calls, and information can also be texted to 274637, as noted in multiple local news outlets, including WOIO. Akron police have reiterated the importance of community engagement in bringing the culprits to justice and restoring a sense of safety to the residents shaken by the afternoon's events. The Akron PD app allows citizens to submit information regarding the crime.
