Acea Smith, 33, was fatally shot on May 17, 2015, in Akron, Ohio. The shooting occurred about 7:23 p.m. in front of 557 Wildwood Avenue. Responding officers found Smith at the scene; he was later pronounced dead. Smith was described as having black hair, brown eyes, standing 5 feet 11 inches and weighing about 210 pounds.

The Akron Police Department has been leading the investigation, with assistance from the Ohio Attorney General’s office. Despite those efforts the homicide remains unsolved and authorities have repeatedly appealed for public assistance. Residents are encouraged to submit tips that might advance the case through local law enforcement or the Ohio Attorney General’s website.

If anyone has information about Acea Smith’s death or was in the area that evening, please contact law enforcement or submit a tip.