60 Wounds: Akron Police Chief Reveals Jayland Walker's Fatal Police Shooting

Bodycam Footage Released, City on Edge Ahead of Fourth of July

Akron, Ohio - July 3, 2022

The city of Akron, Ohio, is bracing for a tense Fourth of July weekend following the fatal police shooting of 25-year-old Jayland Walker last week. On Wednesday, Akron Police Chief Stephen Mylett revealed that Walker suffered at least 60 wounds in the shooting, a startling disclosure that has fueled outrage and sparked demands for accountability.

The release of bodycam footage from the incident has further heightened tensions. The footage shows Akron police officers pursuing Walker on foot after a traffic stop, firing a barrage of 90 shots at Walker as he fled. Authorities maintain that Walker had fired at officers earlier in the pursuit, but no gun was found on his person or in the vicinity of the shooting.

Walker's family and community members have expressed outrage and disbelief over the excessive use of force, demanding a thorough and impartial investigation. The city of Akron has imposed a curfew and increased police presence in an attempt to prevent unrest and ensure public safety over the holiday weekend.