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Three suspects, ages 14, 15, and 18, have been arrested and charged with Aggravated Murder, in connection with the death of Javion Fort, the 15 year old boy found shot near the the intersection of South Rhodes Avenue and Oberlin Court, in Akron, on Friday, June 13th.

So far, police have provided the identity only of the 18 year old, Jaiden Trone, but say all are in custody after being tracked down by Akron Police Detectives and the US Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force (NOVFTF).

Trone is being held at Summit County Jail, while the juvenile suspects are in custody at the Summit County Juvenile Detention Center.

In response, Akron Police Chief, Brian Harding released the following statement:

“We’re extremely thankful for our ongoing partnership with the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force and their work in apprehending the individuals involved in this incident. These arrests highlight the amazing work that our Major Crimes Unit detectives do every day. We are thankful to have made arrests on this case and are hopeful that this helps to bring some closure to the family.”

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