Man Arrested in 2025 Akron Bar Shooting, Held on $2 Million Bond

Ronald Jones, also known as 'Ron Don,' charged with murder in connection to the April 2025 incident that left one dead.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Akron Police Department has arrested a 24-year-old man, Ronald Jones, also known as 'Ron Don,' in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at an Akron bar in April 2025. Jones is charged with murder and is currently being held on a $2 million bond at the Summit County Jail.

Why it matters

Gun violence and gang activity continue to be major concerns for the city of Akron, with this 2025 bar shooting being one of several high-profile incidents in recent years. The arrest of a suspect provides some closure for the victim's family, though the community will likely remain on edge until the perpetrator is convicted.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred on April 13, 2025, when officers responded to a bar in the 1300 block of Brittain Road and found 35-year-old Aharon Pittman Sr. with multiple gunshot wounds. Pittman was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators determined that an altercation had taken place inside the bar before an unknown man opened fire and fled. Through continued investigation, detectives identified Ronald Jones as the suspect.

  • The shooting occurred on April 13, 2025.
  • Jones was arrested last week and charged with participating in criminal gang activity as part of the DTW gang investigation.

The players

Ronald Jones

Also known as 'Ron Don,' the 24-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the April 2025 Akron bar shooting.

Aharon Pittman Sr.

The 35-year-old man who was fatally shot during the incident at the Akron bar in April 2025.

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What’s next

Jones is currently being held on a $2 million bond, and the judge will determine whether to grant him bail.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges Akron faces with gun violence and gang activity, underscoring the need for continued law enforcement efforts and community-based solutions to address the root causes of these issues and provide justice for victims and their families.