Bobby L. Prince Jr., a 24-year-old Black man, was shot and killed during a home invasion at about 4:20 PM on October 25, 2010, at 889 Triplett Blvd., Akron, Ohio. An unknown person forced entry into his residence; a struggle occurred, Prince was robbed and fatally shot. The Ohio Attorney General’s Office classifies the death as an unsolved homicide and the Akron Police Department continues to investigate. No arrests or suspect identifications have been announced.

Prince was remembered by family and his church, Akron Missionary Baptist Church; his parents are Tina L. Ford and Bobby L. Prince Sr., and he is survived by siblings and other relatives. Memorial services have been held and the community seeks justice.

Anyone with information about the October 25, 2010 home invasion and shooting is urged to contact the Akron Police Department.