Brittany Littlejohn, a 31-year-old woman from Akron, Ohio, was found shot to death on the front patio of her Romig Road apartment on February 21, 2017. Witnesses reported hearing her scream for help before the shooting. The case was linked to a history of domestic disputes between Littlejohn and her boyfriend, Duane Lucas.

Duane Lucas, 30, was arrested the day after Littlejohn’s death. A bag found with him contained a shirt and shoes that bore both his and Littlejohn’s DNA and Littlejohn’s blood; Lucas’ DNA was also found on the gun used in the killing. He was charged with aggravated murder, murder, felonious assault, domestic violence and drug-related offenses. Lucas later pleaded guilty to murder, domestic violence, possession of heroin and having a weapon while under disability, and in May 2018 was sentenced to life with the possibility of parole after 25 years. Family and friends wore purple ribbons at sentencing to raise awareness about domestic violence, and Littlejohn’s young daughter gave a statement about the loss.

What information do readers have about Brittany’s life in Akron or about efforts to prevent domestic violence in the community?