Ben Hutchison of Akron dies following gunshot, crash in Barberton

Published
June 19, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Barberton, Ohio
South Van Buren Avenue and Harold Avenue
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Incident type
Crash, Shooting

Summary

Car Crash Barberton Ohio in Barberton, Ohio: On June 18, a vehicle crashed into a FirstEnergy utility pole near South Van Buren Avenue and Harold Avenue in Barberton, Ohio. The crash involved Benjamin Hutchison, a 20‑year‑old from Akron, who was found on the sidewalk with bystanders performing CPR and later pronounced dead at the scene. Summit County Medical Examiner determined Hutchison died from a gunshot wound to the torso; the manner of death was homicide. Two other passengers were transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Benjamin Hutchison Driver Fatal
Unnamed Passenger Passenger Injured

Original reporting

Ben Hutchison of Akron dies following gunshot, crash in Barberton

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