Akron police are investigating the death of an unidentified man found in a tent behind a vacant house in the Sherbondy Hill neighborhood early Tuesday morning. Officers responded to a report of a fight in the 800 block of Oberlin Street at around 5:25 a.m. and, while searching the area, they discovered the man’s body.
Authorities stated that the victim showed signs of trauma, leading investigators to treat the case as suspicious. A medical examiner was called to the scene and efforts are underway to identify the deceased. Akron Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact the Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or submit anonymous tips through Summit County Crimestoppers by calling 330-434-COPS or texting TIPSCO to 274637.
Akron Schools Close Due to Natural Gas Odor
Litchfield and Firestone Community Learning Centers (CLCs) were closed on Tuesday after natural gas odors were detected in both schools, according to a statement on the Akron Public Schools website. The district assured families that an investigation was ongoing to determine the source of the smell.
Four Summit County Men Arrested in Ohio Human Trafficking Sting
A major statewide human trafficking sting led to the arrest of four men from Summit County, as part of a larger operation involving over 100 law enforcement agencies. The operation, announced by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost on Monday, resulted in the arrest of 132 individuals, including three men from Akron and one from Richfield.
The arrested individuals, aged 36, 49, 53, and 57, face charges related to engaging in prostitution and solicitation. The operation, dubbed END-OHHT, identified over 70 survivors of human trafficking, who were referred to healthcare and social services for support.
Stow Shopping Plaza to Host Car Show and Trunk-or-Treat Event
Oregon Trails Plaza in Stow will be hosting a free trunk-or-treat and car show this Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event, coordinated by Cvrk Hair & Co., will feature candy giveaways from participating businesses, and anyone is welcome to decorate their cars and dress up for the occasion. No registration is required to participate. The plaza is located at 3020 Graham Road. For more information, attendees can contact Cvrk Hair & Co. at 330-688-2241.
The Black Keys Return to Akron for Free Concert on October 25
The Black Keys, the famous Akron-born rock duo, will perform a free concert at the Akron Civic Theatre on October 25. The event is organized by the nonprofit group Stand with Crypto, which aims to promote advocacy for favorable cryptocurrency regulations ahead of the upcoming elections.
The concert is open to attendees aged 21 and over, with doors opening at 5 p.m. Food and drinks will be complimentary, and entry will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Those interested in attending can reserve a spot through the organization’s website.
Cedar Point Halloweekend Turns Violent as Six Charged in Fight
Six individuals, including four adults and two juveniles, were charged following a large fight at Cedar Point’s Halloweekends event on Sunday. The altercation, which involved about 15 people, reportedly began when someone bumped into a stroller near the Gemini roller coaster, according to Sandusky police.
The confrontation escalated, with a juvenile being pushed over a fence and punches exchanged. The fight continued down the midway as police arrived. Several individuals were escorted from the park, with the adults and juveniles facing misdemeanor disorderly conduct charges.
Robbers Steal ATM Using Forklift in North Canton Bank Heist
In an unusual early-morning heist, robbers in North Canton used a stolen forklift to steal an ATM from the Fifth Third Bank on North Main Street on Tuesday. The forklift had been taken from a nearby Wendy’s construction site, and the ATM was removed from the bank shortly after 4 a.m., police reported.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers found the forklift abandoned behind the bank, along with debris from the ATM. Police are continuing to investigate the theft, and Fifth Third Bank has not yet commented on the incident.
