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Protests Erupt in Akron Following Fatal Police Shooting of 15-Year-Old

Demonstrations in Akron have intensified after the police shooting of 15-year-old Jazmir Tucker on Thanksgiving night. Protesters are calling for police reform and accountability in response to the incident, in which Tucker was shot by an officer who claimed the teen was armed with a loaded gun. Eyewitness accounts and body camera footage have raised significant concerns, especially as it was reported that officers did not render aid to the dying teen for 10 minutes. The mayor of Akron has called for a review of the use of force, while the police union criticized his comments. Family members of Tucker, who are seeking independent investigations, expressed their grief and frustration after viewing the footage. Community leaders, including council members, are urging for the officer involved to be terminated as activists continue to demand justice and transparency from the local authorities.
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