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Alex Wells

Case from Akron, OH dated Dec 26, 2011

Victim Details

Alex Wells

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Akron

OH

2011-12-26

2011-12-26

46

Alex

Wells

Unknown

Unknown

N/A

N/A

07/16/2026


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On December 26, 2011, Alex Wells, a 46-year-old resident of Akron, Ohio, was tragically killed in a robbery that turned fatal. The incident occurred just after 11:00 p.m. as Wells was arriving at his home located on Hardesty Boulevard in Akron. He was ambushed and fatally shot by unknown assailants during what appeared to be a robbery. Despite investigations, no suspects have been identified, and the case remains unsolved. Authorities continue to seek tips from the public to help bring justice i ...
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  • Akron murder case gone cold - WOIO
  • Akron police investigate fatal Christmas Day shooting - WOIO
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