AKRON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Harold K. Stubbs Justice Center

217 South High Street
Akron, Ohio 44308-1682

Stephen L. Mylett, Chief of Police

Edward D. Irvine, Chief of Police

To: The Akron Community,

“I have received many inquiries asking for information related to the protest on Copley Rd.
last evening and the protest in Highland Square. I've heard many concerns from the media,
councilmembers, our residents, and beyond and I understand your concerns. I am waiting
on video footage from a few of our partner law enforcement agencies to help clarify some
confusion. Before I explain what happened, I need to be sure of the timeline of events. If
information is released prematurely and without the facts, that misinformation could cause
irrevocable damage. As soon as I can confidently determine the exact circumstances of how
last evening unfolded, I will make that information available to the public. If we made
mistakes, we would improve upon them, and if the officers’ actions were reasonable, we
would share that information as well.”

Sincerely,
Chief Steve Mylett

www.akroncops.org
Fax: (330) 375-2135 Phone: (330) 375-2244
Address all correspondence to the Chief of Police