Tony Swain Jr.

Murdered
Case Description
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On September 6, 2005, Tony Swain Jr., a 10-year-old boy from Akron, Ohio, tragically lost his life in a hit-and-run incident. Around 7:45 AM, Tony and his 6-year-old sister were walking to school near Lovers Lane and Hammel when a speeding vehicle approached. In a heroic act, Tony pushed his sister out of the way to save her, but he was struck by the vehicle. The driver continued without stopping, leaving Tony fatally injured at the scene.

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    Victim Details

    Tony Swain Jr.

    February 11, 2022

    Male

    Unknown

    Akron

    OH

    2005-09-06

    2005-09-06

    Tony

    Swain Jr.

    Unknown

    Unknown

    N/A

    N/A

    10/29/2024


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    09/13/2024
    It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Tony Swain Jr.'s murder in Akron, OH on September ... ...Read More
    10/31/2023
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