Eric W. Jones Jr. dies in fatal Akron apartment shooting
Fatal Akron apartment shooting death of Eric W. Jones Jr. – Obituary
Eric W. Jones Jr., a 21-year-old man, was tragically killed in a shooting on Thursday evening in Akron, Ohio. The incident took place in an apartment within the Colonial Hills complex, located on Colonial Hills Drive.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting around 6:45 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered Jones lying in the kitchen with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced deceased at the scene at 7:05 p.m.
Authorities detained a 23-year-old woman in the Kenmore area, who was believed to have information about the incident. After being interviewed by police, she was released. Investigators recovered at least one firearm, which is currently being analyzed as part of the ongoing investigation.
Anyone with knowledge of the circumstances surrounding this incident is encouraged to contact the Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490 or submit anonymous tips via 330-375-2TIP.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.