On the early evening of June 30, 2026, 15-year-old Josiah Harris was fatally shot at his home in the 1200 block of Packard Drive in Akron, Ohio. Josiah, born July 30, 2010, was a triplet and described as someone who loved family, friends, football and basketball. A 14-year-old friend had come to visit when Josiah’s dog ran at the visitor and bit his arm. The friend pulled out a firearm and fired multiple shots; while trying to pull the dog away, Josiah was struck and later died at Akron Children’s Hospital. The 14-year-old was also treated at the hospital for dog-bite injuries.

After an Akron Police Department investigation, the 14-year-old was taken into custody and charged with negligent homicide, carrying concealed weapons, improperly discharging a firearm, and tampering with evidence. His identity is not being released because he is a juvenile; the charges are allegations and he is presumed innocent until proven delinquent in juvenile court.

Does anyone have information about what happened on Packard Drive that evening or knew Josiah and can help fill in details?