The department recognized Officer Samuel Meszaros for his actions during a shooting investigation on September 23.
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October 27, 2026
Akron Council Approves Bonds for Tucker SettlementThe city will issue bonds to pay a $4.75 million settlement to the family of a teen killed by police.
October 26, 2026
Akron Driver Pleads Guilty in Crash Injuring OfficersJjamall Williams enters a plea for a 2021 collision that left four Akron police officers injured.
October 20, 2026
Akron Council Debates Flock Camera System UsageOfficials reviewed surveillance policies after reports of unauthorized access and improper search rationales.
October 13, 2026
Akron Voters Will Decide Police Oversight MeasureResidents will vote on a November 3 ballot proposal to grant expanded investigative authority to city police auditors.
October 6, 2026
Akron Fire Chief Addressed Operational Call VolumesFire Chief Leon Henderson discussed department call trends and budget impacts at a recent community meeting.
October 1, 2026
Akron Detective Fatally Shot Suspect in Warrant RaidAn Akron detective shot a suspect who opened fire on a task force during an attempted arrest on Tuesday morning.
October 1, 2026
Akron Councilman Sought Flock Camera AuditA new resolution aims to track the usage of Akron's citywide network of license plate reader cameras.
September 23, 2026
Akron Crime Rates Dropped Across CategoriesPublic safety officials reported declines in violent and property crimes during a recent city council meeting.
September 22, 2026
Akron Launched Audit of Flock Safety Camera ProgramThe Citizens' Police Oversight Board approved an audit of the department's surveillance system.
