The Akron Police Department has issued a call to the public for assistance in identifying a group of juvenile suspects involved in the theft of a Cane Corso puppy. The incident, which has sparked outrage amongst the community, occurred on October 12, in the 900 block of Berwin St. According to the APD, the young individuals brazenly carried out the theft from a securely fenced-in yard.
APD has turned to social media to amplify the search, urging anyone with information to step forward. Detective P. Williamson is leading the investigation, and those with details on the case are asked to contact him directly at 330-375-2464 or through the department's tip line at 330-375-2Tip. Anonymity for tipsters is ensured, allowing those who wish to come forward without disclosing their identity, a measure aimed at encouraging more community members to participate. In a social media post from the Akron Police Department, citizens are also directed to other avenues for providing anonymous tips, including the Summit County Crimestoppers and a text-to-tip service, available by sending TIPSCO and the relevant information to 274637.
Reaffirming their commitment to privacy, APD has advised the public not to post any personal information, such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers, on public comments. Instead, such sensitive details should be communicated privately, either through a direct message to the department's inbox or using the Akron PD app, which supports anonymous tip submission. The ease of tip submission is part of the department's broader strategy to leverage technology in fighting crime, as evinced by their push for app downloads and the availability of a tip submission link on their official website, www.AkronCops.org.
If individuals recognize the suspects or find themselves witnessing activities of a suspicious nature, APD has stressed the importance of contacting 911 immediately. This allows for a swift response and increases the likelihood of apprehending the suspects and recovering the stolen puppy. Keeping the Akron community informed and engaged, APD's dedicated hashtag, #akronpdprotecting, serves as a reminder of their continuous efforts in upholding the law, protecting property, and the ongoing fight against crime within the city.
