Bryan Richard Johnson, 44, of Copley, Ohio, was killed on August 7, 2011 during a shooting spree in Copley Township, Summit County. The rampage was carried out by 51-year-old Michael E. Hance and left seven people dead, including Bryan, his parents Russell and Gudrun Johnson, and his 16-year-old daughter Autumn Johnson.

Dieter, then moved through the neighborhood. Bryan Johnson was chased by Hance and shot to death in a nearby driveway. Hance entered a neighboring house and was shot and killed by responding police officers. Investigators found that Hance had recently purchased two handguns, a Hi-Point .45 ACP and a .357 Magnum revolver; the Summit County Prosecutor later cleared the officer who shot Hance, finding the officer acted in self-defense and to protect others.

The community mourned the multiple losses and the Johnson family in particular lost several members in the attack. If anyone knew Bryan Johnson or has information about that night, please share what might help clarify remaining details.