Daniel Stein, 58, of Studio City, California, was found dead on October 5, 2022, at a home on Sumner Street near the University of Akron campus. The Summit County Medical Examiner ruled the cause of death a gunshot wound to the head. Stein had been in Akron to address a rent dispute with his tenant, 23-year-old Eric Pursley.

Police say an apparent altercation took place between Pursley and Stein before the shooting. Pursley was arrested and charged with murder; he told officers he shot Stein in self-defense, claiming Stein had been aggressive and reached for his throat. Reports indicate prosecutors contested that account and presented evidence they say did not support self-defense.

Stein is remembered by family as a father, grandfather, husband, brother and friend. Does anyone have information about Stein’s visit to Akron or the events on Sumner Street that day?