Suspect shot, killed in Akron after police chase involving highway patrol
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Friday, November 13, 2026 at 8:49 PM · 1 min read
AKRON, Ohio — A 62-year-old man was shot and killed Friday after he fled a traffic stop in Norton, led police on a pursuit and later fired a gun at Ohio State Highway Patrol officers, the agency said.
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Friday, November 13, 2026
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