One man is dead and 24 others are injured after an early Sunday mass shooting at the intersection of Kelly and 8th avenues in East Akron. WKYC reports the shooting happened during a block party.  Akron Police are investigating the shooting. 

Akron Mayor Shammas Malik, along with new Police Chief Brian Harding, released a statement Sunday. They said that the investigation is in its preliminary stages and that more information would be provided as it “becomes available.”

This is a developing story, and Signal Akron reporters and editors are working to bring you updated and accurate information as quickly as possible.

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