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Darian Hardison

Case from Akron, OH dated Oct 20, 2017

Victim Details

Darian Hardison

Male

Akron

OH

2017-10-20

26

Darian

Hardison

07/05/2026

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Darian Hardison, a 26-year-old man from Akron, Ohio, was tragically shot and killed outside the Halftime Sports Pub on South Main Street on October 20, 2017. Hardison, who was known for his kind-hearted nature and sense of humor, was with a friend at the sports bar when the incident occurred. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical technicians.

The investigation into Hardison's death quickly led to the arrest of Queitin Tyler, who was found guilty of murder. Tyler, who wa ...
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  • cleveland.com: Warrant issued for Akron man charged with murder in deadly shooting
  • newsnet5: Police look for man wanted in Akron sports bar homicide
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