Man found dead in Akron’s Hardesty Park

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AKRON , Ohio (WJW) — Authorities currently do not suspect foul play in the death of a 49-year-old man whose body was discovered Monday afternoon in Hardesty Park.

A park visitor found the man unresponsive inside a portable toilet, according to a Monday news release. Officers and EMS workers responded to the Wallhaven Drive park dispatched just after 1 p.m., and determined the man was dead.

Authorities believe the 49-year-old man may have had a medical emergency, according to the release. His identity has been withheld, pending further investigation.

Anyone who can offer information on the investigation is urged to call Akron detectives at 330-375-2490 or 330-375-2TIP (330-375-2847).

Anonymous tips can also be provided by:

• Calling Summit County Crimestoppers at 330-434-COPS (330-434-2677)
• Texting TIPSCO with your tip to 274637
• Downloading the Akron Police Department app and texting Tips411 or visiting the police department’s website

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