Jayland Walker, 25, of Akron, was shot and killed by Akron police on June 27, 2022 after an attempted traffic stop.
SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio - A special grand jury hearing the case of the eight Akron police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Jayland Walker has been hearing evidence since April 10 and a decision is anticipated soon.On Monday, a coalition of pastors, business owners and community leaders will hold a news conference to send a “united message” to the community.Walker, 25, of Akron, was shot and killed by Akron police on June 27, 2022 after an attempted traffic stop.
In anticipation of more unrest following the grand jury’s decision, Akron city officials closed public access to the Akron Municipal Building at 166 S. High St. and the Harold K. Stubbs Justice Center at 217 S. High St. until further notice.
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