Latajah Leatherwood, 28, of Akron, died Tuesday night at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center, according to the Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The shooting occurred at about 11:40 a.m. Tuesday on the 900 block of East Avenue, according to police. A 52-year-old male says he was driving on East Avenue when he noticed a vehicle behind him was driving erratically.
The man tells police he slowed down and pulled over so the other vehicle could pass. When the other vehicle went by, someone inside opened fire, hitting the victim, who was sitting in a passenger’s seat.Anyone with information can call detectives at 330-375-2490 or Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS. Individuals also can send tips by texting TIPSCO to 274637. Individuals who submit tips can remain anonymous.
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