Eight Akron Police Officers Involved in Fatal Shooting of Jayland Walker Return to Active Duty

Officers justified in firing over 90 bullets that killed Walker after traffic stop and foot chase, says grand jury; Walker's family files $45 million lawsuit against Akron Police and city.

Eight Akron police officers, who fired over 90 shots that killed Jayland Walker after a traffic stop and foot chase, are back on active duty.
These officers were initially reinstated to desk duty in October 2022 after an Ohio grand jury found their use of deadly force justifiable. The officers can now return to field work full-time.
The grand jury's decision came after an investigation found that Walker ignored police commands and made movements that led officers to believe he was armed. In reality, Walker had left his firearm in his car.
Walker's family has expressed disappointment with the reinstatement of the officers, citing a lack of communication and consideration from city leadership.
In a pursuit of justice, Walker's family has filed a $45 million lawsuit against the Akron Police Department and the city, seeking $1 million per bullet that struck Walker.
The Akron Police Department's internal investigation is soon to conclude and expected to be released by the end of November.