D'Andre D. Pete, a 25-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on July 13, 2018, in Akron, Ohio. The incident occurred when Kennae Baker, a 21-year-old man from Akron, attempted to rob Pete and his girlfriend, Jenna Smith, at their apartment. During the robbery, Baker fired a shot that struck a glass coffee table next to Smith.
As Smith fled the apartment, Baker shot Pete in the chest, resulting in his death.
Following the incident, Kennae Baker was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated murder with a firearm specification, two counts of murder with firearm specifications, and two counts of felonious assault with firearm specifications. On May 20, 2019, a Summit County jury found Baker guilty on all charges. He was subsequently sentenced by Summit County Common Pleas Court Judge Alison McCarty on June 27, 2019.
The case drew significant attention in Akron, as it highlighted issues of gun violence and the impact of robberies on local communities. The prosecution's case against Baker was built on evidence gathered from the crime scene and witness testimonies, which ultimately led to his conviction. The tragic death of D'Andre Pete and the subsequent legal proceedings against Kennae Baker underscore the serious consequences of violent crime and the importance of justice for victims and their families.
