Steven Brown was 26 when he was shot and killed at his home at 1106 Laurel Avenue in Akron, Ohio, on June 27, 2007. The shooting happened about 3:30 a.m. after Brown returned and discovered his residence had been burglarized. While inspecting the property he was confronted by unknown individuals and was shot. No suspects were identified at the scene and the case remains unsolved.

The Akron Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation have sought public help and asked anyone with information, however small, to come forward or submit an anonymous tip. Steven Brown’s death is one of several unsolved homicides in the Akron area; his family and community continue to seek answers.

If anyone knew Steven, saw activity around 1106 Laurel Avenue that night, or has information that could help, please contact the Akron Police or submit an anonymous tip.