In Akron, a teen was robbed at gunpoint during a Facebook Marketplace meetup. The 17 year old thought he was meeting someone who wanted to buy a hoodie he was selling on Marketplace. At least 4 people approached him, one of them armed with a gun, The suspects took the hoodie along with cash and a cell phone. No arrests have been made at this time. Officers are reminding people that Akron has a safety exchange at the police department and they recommend you bring someone with you, if possible.
Teen robbed during Facebook meetup
Feb 4, 2026 | 7:39 AM
