Canton Police Mistaken Identity Incident Under Review

Canton Stark News

Video shows a 14-year-old handcuffed on his own porch; Chief Gabbard says review underway. Actual suspects later arrested. Community outcry over surveillance footage.

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Updated Aug 20, 2026

Canton Stark News

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