Daniel Stein, a 58-year-old man from Studio City, California, tragically died on October 5, 2022, in Akron, Ohio. He was found with a gunshot wound to the head at a home on Sumner Street, near the University of Akron campus. The Summit County Medical Examiner confirmed that the cause of death was a gunshot wound to the head. Stein was visiting Akron to address a rent dispute with his tenant, Eric Pursley.
Eric Pursley, a 23-year-old Akron resident, was arrested and charged with murder in
connection with Stein's death. According to police reports, there was an apparent altercation between Pursley and Stein before the shooting. Pursley claimed self-defense, stating that Stein was being aggressive and reached for his throat, prompting Pursley to shoot him. However, the evidence presented in court did not support Pursley's self-defense claim.
In July 2023, Pursley was found guilty of murder and felonious assault. He was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 18 years. The court heard victim impact statements from Stein's family, who expressed their grief and loss. Stein was remembered as a beloved father, grandfather, husband, brother, and friend who contributed significantly to his community.
The case drew significant attention due to the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the subsequent legal proceedings. Stein's family continues to mourn his loss and seek justice for his untimely death.
