Tragedy in Akron: Teen Football Star Killed | Cleveland News

Tragedy struck Akron, Ohio, when 19-year-old football star J’Air Bell was fatally shot in his car during a drive-by on August 9th — just days before his senior year and the start of football season. The teen, a passenger, was struck in the head; the driver, a 17-year-old, escaped unharmed. Police are still searching for answers as no arrests have been made, urging witnesses to come forward. Mayor Shammas Malik called it another devastating loss to gun violence, mourning a bright future cut short. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/11cad2e0aa18eaed