I live between Akron and Cleveland, and know this area. As you all know, Ohio is a red state, and our cops are generally supported by our community. You may remember after the Floyd shooting, other large cities came under attack. Cleveland was shut down for a few days and saw minimal damage. We took a pro-active stance and it worked.
Yesterday, the Fourth of July Akron Rib Fest was cancelled, and today the city fireworks and local Rubber Ducks ballgame are off. There are protesters, but not too many. It feels a lot like Cleveland after the Floyd shooting.
If riots ensue, I expect them to be quickly addressed. The streets are presently barricaded with large vehicles, some of which have broken windows. But as of the moment, the city is secure and there is no further damage.
We’d all appreciate your prayers.