Death by Cop 2022-2024
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Gregory Stevens
Gender : Male
Age : 53
Race : White
Date : 07/23/2024
Location : 1400 block of Kenmore Boulevard
City : Akron
County : Summit
State : Ohio
Agency : Barberton Police Department
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Vehicle
Event : Motorcyclist killed by police chase crash
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
he Barberton police were chasing Gregory Stevens, but it remains unclear if the pursuit contributed directly to the crash. Some argue that police should have called off the chase for safety reasons. While there is no direct mention of contesting the police's actions, high-speed chases often raise concerns over safety and the necessity of such tactics. An investigation is ongoing into the specifics of the crash. The specific reason why Barberton police chased Gregory Stevens has not been fully disclosed.
