Eddie Johnson III, 42, of Akron, Ohio, was found dead in his home on 29th Street SW in the Kenmore neighborhood on December 18, 2022. His godbrother discovered him after not hearing from Johnson for several days; the door appeared to have been forced open. Johnson was lying on the floor with multiple gunshot wounds, and the cause of death was ruled a homicide.

The Akron Police Department and the Summit County Medical Examiner’s Office investigated. The probe led to the arrest of 30-year-old Christopher Jones, who was charged with aggravated murder in connection with Johnson’s death. A handgun was recovered from Jones. Jones was arraigned and later pleaded guilty to one count of murder and a three-year firearm specification; he was sentenced to 18 years to life. Jones also pleaded guilty to aggravated robbery, possession of a deadly weapon while under detention, and receiving stolen property in other cases; those terms will run concurrently, producing a total sentence of 21 years to life.

Johnson’s family and friends remember him for a vibrant personality, dedication to family and entrepreneurial pursuits. Does anyone in the community have information about Johnson’s last known movements or who might help fill gaps in the timeline?