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Thomas Baker

Case from Akron, OH dated Oct 19, 2018

Victim Details

Thomas Baker

Male

White / Caucasian

Akron

OH

2018-10-19

69

Thomas

Baker

06/28/2026

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Thomas Baker, a 69-year-old male of unspecified ethnicity, tragically passed away on October 19, 2018, in Akron, OH. He was a resident of Barberton and worked as a social worker for Community Support Services. Baker was well-regarded in his community for his dedication and kindness.

On the night of his death, Baker was found in his vehicle with a gunshot wound to the head. The incident was part of a pair of shootings that occurred in Akron over the weekend. The Summit County Medical Exami ...
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  • Akron Beacon Journal: Akron shooting victim identified as Barberton man
  • cleveland.com: Man fatally shot before driving into Akron building, police say
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