Alex Beasley, a 25-year-old male from Akron, Ohio, tragically died on September 19, 2021, following a shooting near the University of Akron campus. Beasley was one of three people shot during a large gathering at Kling and Wheeler streets around 1:30 a.m. The incident occurred after an altercation, during which an unknown shooter fired indiscriminately into the crowd.
Beasley suffered critical injuries after being struck in the head, and despite rescue efforts, he succumbed to his injuries several days later at Cleveland Clinic Akron General.
The University of Akron Board of Trustees has offered a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible for the shooting. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. The Akron Police Department has described the incident as involving indiscriminate gunfire, and they have released video footage showing two men wearing white T-shirts in the vicinity as persons of interest, but their identities remain unknown.
Beasley's mother, Keesha Wilson-Law, has been vocal about seeking justice for her son and has urged anyone with information to come forward. The family and friends of Beasley continue to remember him as a free-spirited, fun-loving individual who was known for his peacemaking nature. The loss of Beasley, along with 18-year-old Maya McFetridge, who was also killed in the shooting, has left a significant impact on the community.
The investigation into Beasley's death has been marked by frustration and a desire for justice from his family and the community. Despite the reward and ongoing efforts, the case remains unsolved, and the families of the victims continue to seek closure and accountability for the senseless act of violence.
