Case Of Mistaken identity As Suspects Are Named In Na'Kia Crawford's Case

Help APD locate suspects (#20-072073). On Sunday, June 14th at approximately 1:25 PM, officers responded to the area of E. North St. and N. Howard St. for a shooting. When they arrived on scene, they found 18 year old Na’kia Crawford in the driver’s seat with multiple gunshot wounds. She was transported to Akron Summa (City) Hospital where she later died. A comprehensive investigation was immediately initiated and has been ongoing around the clock since that time. The investigation involved members of the Akron Police Department, as well as federal law enforcement partners. Additionally, we have received information from our community that has been beneficial in creating a timeline of events.

Wednesday evening, the investigation led to the discovery that the Black Chevy Camaro we broadcast had been abandoned in Cleveland. The vehicle was located and transported to the Akron Police Department for processing. The investigation accelerated from that point, leading to warrants being signed on three individuals. The investigation is continuing and additional charges are possible.

Adarus Black, 17 years, of Lakemore Warrant signed for Murder

Jaion Bivins, 18 years old, of Akron Warrant signed for Obstructing Justice Warrant signed for Tampering with Evidence

Janisha George, 24 years old, of Tallmadge Warrant signed for Obstructing Justice

Anyone with information on Black, Bivins, or George is encouraged to call Akron Police Department Detective Bureau at 330-375-2490; or 330-375-2Tip, or the Summit County Crimestoppers Inc. at 330-434-COPS. You can also text TIPSCO with your tips to 274637 (Crimes). Callers can remain anonymous. Any Facebook tips that contain personal information, including names, email addresses, telephone numbers, or mailing addresses should not be posted as a comment here; please send via inbox. If you see the suspects, do not approach; call 911.