Andrew J. Cassell dies in fatal Middlebury shooting
Fatal Middlebury shooting death of Andrew J. Cassell
The Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office and the Akron Police have launched a homicide investigation in Middlebury, as confirmed by the medical examiner’s office. The incident, initially reported on July 2nd, is under examination due to the death of a man.
Andrew J. Cassell, who is 32 years old and from Uniontown, has been identified as the victim. According to the medical examiner, he sustained injuries from gunfire, including wounds to the head and chest.
Police were alerted by a 911 call around 7:15 p.m. about a suspicious entry at a residence on Kent Court. Upon arrival, officers observed the deceased with multiple gunshot injuries. The victim was declared deceased approximately 12 minutes later.
At the scene, authorities located a weapon and several spent shells. Anyone with leads is asked to contact Akron police at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2Tip. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Summit County Crimestoppers by calling 330-434-COPS or texting TIPSCO to 274637.
