AKRON, Ohio — Akron Police are investigating an incident that resulted in a 32-year-old man being fatally stabbed on Friday.
According to Akron Police, officers responded to a stabbing at a residence in the 500 block of E. Market Street at approximately 3:35 p.m. Upon arrival, officers found a 32-year-old stabbing victim who was critically injured and later pronounced dead at the scene.
A 64-year-old man who was determined to have been involved in an altercation with the man was detained at the scene. It is believed that the 32-year-old man was stabbed multiple times during the altercation.
The 64-year-old man was transported to the police station for questioning. Following witness statements and additional information and evidence collected, no charges have been filed at this time.
An investigation remains ongoing. Anybody with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip. Anonymous tips can also be provided by calling the Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS or by texting TIPSCO at 274637.
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