The Akron community is closely watching the next step in the police shooting of Jayland Walker. Selection for a special grand jury began Monday.
AKRON, Ohio — The jurors will hear evidence and testimony before deciding whether eight officers connected to the deadly shooting should face charges.The louder of the two gatherings took place on Wilbeth Rd, where demonstrators held signs, lit candles and called for legal consequences for the officers.The vigil and demonstration was stationed nearby where Walker was shot and killed on June 27, 2022 after a car and foot chase. The 25-year-old was shot more than 40 times by eight officers.
Shortly before the Wilbeth Rd. demonstration and vigil, another group gathered more quietly in downtown Akron. Windows were boarded up and barricades were recently placed in the area in front of Akron City Hall, police headquarters and the Summit County Common Pleas Courthouse. During the prayer vigil and as needed in the coming days, the stretch of road will close to traffic and become a designated demonstration zone.
“We’re going to need a lot of imagination to move forward. And I’m a pastor, so you get my answer: we need Jesus, we need his guidance and wisdom,” said Rev. Talbert.Watch live and local news any time:
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