Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Devon Fitch
Gender : Male
Age : 30
Race : Unknown
Date : 11/03/2025
Location : Undisclosed hotel
City : Elyria
County : Lorain
State : Ohio
Agency : Elyria Police Department
Officer(s) :Not Disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during armed disturbance call
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
On November 3, 2025, Elyria police shot and killed a man during a confrontation at a hotel after receiving reports that he had assaulted a family member and was threatening guests. Officers arrived and attempted to deescalate the situation, but the man refused commands and continued to act aggressively. During the encounter, police opened fire, killing him at the scene.
