Authorities seek community response in the grim quest to identify those involved in a recent school shooting. In a sobering call to action, the department took to social media, requesting the public's aid in piecing together an incident that shook the city on July 7.
The Akron Police Department is seeking tips, but also warns people to be cautious. Don’t post personal details about possible suspects online. Per this, the post emphasizes, "Any social media tips that contain personal information, including names, email addresses, telephone numbers, or mailing addresses should not be posted as a comment here; please send via inbox."
The Akron Police Department has thrown open various channels for tipsters, ensuring anonymity for those who step forward, provided via Facebook post, "If you have any information, please contact Akron Police Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490; the APD Tip Line at 330-375-2TIP; or the Summit County Crimestoppers, Inc. at 330-434-COPS (2677)." The pathways for confidential disclosure extend from a simple text message labeled 'TIPSCO' to 274637 (CRIMES).
