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Justin Walker

Case from Akron, OH dated Jul 28, 2020

Victim Details

Justin Walker

Male

Black / African American

Akron

OH

2020-07-28

34

Justin

Walker

07/11/2026

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Justin Walker, a 34-year-old man from Akron, Ohio, tragically lost his life on July 28, 2020. Walker was found shot dead inside a burning home located at 1097 Brown Street in Akron. The Akron Fire Department responded to the house fire and discovered Walker's body along with that of 47-year-old Melinda Pointer. The Summit County Medical Examiner determined that both victims were shot before the fire was set.

The investigation into Walker's death led to the arrest of several individuals. S ...
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  • WEWS: 2 people shot, found dead inside burning Akron home
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