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Akron Police Probe Shooting That Wounded Pregnant Woman, Killed Unborn Child

Police urge tips to identify the shooter, calling the case a top priority.

Overview

  • Officers were alerted at 12:30 a.m. Sunday when the 29-year-old victim arrived at Cleveland Clinic Akron General with significant injuries.
  • The woman remains hospitalized and is expected to recover, while police confirmed the loss of her unborn child.
  • Investigators have not released information on a motive or suspect, and no arrests have been announced.
  • Police Chief Brian Harding said officers responded quickly and that reducing violent crime remains a priority for the department.
  • Tips can be shared with detectives at 330-375-2490, anonymously via Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS or by texting TIPSCO to 274637, or through the Akron PD app and AkronCops.org.