The Summit County Sheriff’s Office turned its weekly "Warrant Wednesday" spotlight into a two-for-one this week, promoting its mobile app while flagging a wanted Akron man. The bulletin names 27-year-old Marcus Cunningham and lists multiple drug-related charges, according to the agency's post. Officials are asking anyone with information to contact investigators or send in tips through the app.
What the post says
In a Facebook post, the Summit County Sheriff’s Office identifies the suspect as 27-year-old Marcus Cunningham and lists charges that include "major drug offender," aggravated possession of drugs and tampering with evidence, according to the Summit County Sheriff's Office. The bulletin includes a physical description and notes that Cunningham’s last known whereabouts are in Akron. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Sheriff’s Detective Bureau at (330) 643-2131, per the Summit County Sheriff's Office.
How to get alerts
The Sheriff’s free mobile app delivers location-based alerts, agency news and links to inmate rosters and other services for both Apple and Android users, according to the department’s Summit County Sheriff's Office. The agency stresses that the app is for verified alerts and information and is not a substitute for dialing 911 in an emergency. Residents can also submit tips through the app or by using the office’s online tip form.
Why officials push Warrant Wednesday
The Sheriff’s Office has repeatedly used "Warrant Wednesday" to spotlight wanted individuals and crowdsource leads, a tactic highlighted in earlier coverage such as this Warrant Wednesday spotlight. At the same time, the department warns residents to watch out for impersonation scams and says it will not call to demand payment or notify people of warrants over the phone, according to its Summit County Sheriff's Office. Using the official app and other verified agency channels is one way to cut down the risk of falling for spoofed calls.
Legal note
The charges listed in the agency bulletin are allegations, and anyone named is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. If you have tips, do not approach the person; contact the Detective Bureau at (330) 643-2131 or submit an anonymous tip through the Sheriff’s Summit County Sheriff's Office.
