Akron police have released surveillance footage and are asking for the public's help in identifying a woman tied to an April 5 assault, where investigators say the victim was attacked by multiple people. The clip is part of an active investigation listed as case #26-38814.
Police release video and suspect description
In a Facebook Reel posted June 4, the Akron Police Department shared the April 5 surveillance clip and asked viewers to help identify a woman seen in the video. According to the department, she is wearing a black tank top, light-colored shorts and white shoes, with her hair pulled up on top of her head. The post lists the incident as case number 26-38814 and urges anyone with information to contact investigators.
How to submit tips
Police say tips can be passed along anonymously by calling the APD tip line at 330-375-2TIP or Summit County Crime Stoppers at 330-434-COPS, or by texting TIPSCO to 274637, according to WOIO. Local reports note that callers can remain anonymous when using these tip options.
Police warn not to approach
In the department's social media post, officials added a blunt warning for anyone who thinks they recognize the woman: “Do not approach; call 911,” according to the Akron Police Department. The post also reminds residents they can submit information through the Akron PD app, via the text tip platform Tips411, or by using the online tip form on akroncops.org.
Local context
This call for help is part of a broader pattern in which Akron police turn to social media to identify people of interest. The department made a similar social media push last year, when it shared suspect information in a shooting case, as covered in a similar appeal last year. Investigators say community tips often provide crucial leads while detectives work through video evidence and witness statements.
