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Akron man charged in shooting death of 21-year-old man

The suspect and victim were involved in a verbal altercation prior to the shooting.
Credit: Akron Police

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot and killed in Akron Tuesday afternoon, police confirm. 

Officials responded to the 500 block of Spice Street and found the victim, in the backyard of the home, suffering multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police say the suspect and the victim were involved in verbal altercation prior to the shooting. 

Shortly after, the suspect identified as De'Jon Cash,30, was taken into custody near the 800 block of East Exchange Street. He has been charged with carrying a concealed weapon.  

The victim's name has not yet been released.The Summit County Medical Examiner's Office will conduct an autopsy.

 

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