Derrick Eldon Wilkes, a 62-year-old man from Akron, Ohio, tragically passed away on September 25, 2022, after being shot inside his apartment on Copley Road. The incident occurred around 12:50 p.m., and despite being rushed to Cleveland Clinic Akron General, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after. An autopsy revealed that the cause of death was a gunshot wound to the torso, and the manner of death was ruled a homicide.
Following the incident, Akron police launched an investigation to
determine the circumstances surrounding Wilkes' death. On January 10, 2023, Teion Thompson, a 21-year-old resident of Akron, was charged with murder in connection to the shooting. Thompson, who lived in the same neighborhood as Wilkes, was arraigned and is currently being held in the Summit County Jail.
The case remains under investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The Akron police have emphasized that they are committed to finding justice for Derrick Eldon Wilkes and have asked the community to assist in providing any relevant information.
Wilkes' death has deeply affected his family and friends, who have been mourning the loss of the 62-year-old man. The community has come together to offer condolences and support to the grieving family. The investigation continues as law enforcement works to piece together the events leading up to the tragic shooting.
