The Justice for Jayland March in Akron. Photos by photogmike7 Watch here:
Residents and activists in Akron took to the churches and to the streets Tuesday to demand justice for Jayland Walker after a grand jury decided not to indict the eight officers involved in his fatal shooting.News 5 livestream event Protesters met and spoke at the First Congregational Church before beginning a march through the streets of Akron.
The march wound its way through the streets of Akron to the federal building. It was well-organized and peaceful. On Monday night, it was announced by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost that the officers will not be indicted. Shortly after, protesters organized and marched in the streets Monday night.RELATED: Akron Police make protest-related arrests following Jayland Walker grand jury decision
Days prior to the decision from the grand jury, businesses and city buildings in Akron were boarded up, and barricades were put in place in case the decision ignited protest. Akron businesses bracing for unrest as grand jury reviews Jayland Walker case Walker was shot and killed on June 27, 2022, after a car and foot chase. The 25-year-old was shot more than 40 times by eight officers. Walker was unarmed during the shooting, but police said he shot at pursuing cruisers from his car. A gun was found in the vehicle.
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