On September 4, 2010, sixteen-year-old Jason Knighten was tragically shot and killed in Akron, Ohio. The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on the front porch of his home, located at 928 Work Drive in Akron, Summit County. The circumstances of his death remain unclear, with little information available about possible suspects or motives behind the shooting.
At the time of the incident, Jason Knighten was described as a young African American male, and his case was quickly classified as an unsolved homicide.
The Akron Police Department, along with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), has been handling the investigation, which remains open. The case is part of the Ohio Attorney General's cold case database, which seeks to bring visibility to unsolved homicides and solicit tips from the public in an effort to resolve these tragic events. Despite ongoing efforts, no arrests have been made, and law enforcement officials continue to appeal to the community for any information that could help identify Jason's killer and bring justice to his family.
Jason was remembered by his family and community as a beloved young man with a bright future. His death deeply affected those who knew him, and his case remains a painful reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence. Friends, family members, and community advocates have lit candles in his memory and continue to seek answers about what happened that early September morning. Anyone with information related to Jason's death is encouraged to contact the Akron Police Department or submit a tip to the Ohio Attorney General's Office to help bring closure to his grieving family.
