Authorities in Akron are investigating the death of a 12-year-old boy who suffered cardiac arrest Saturday afternoon, according to police.
Emergency responders were called to the 100 block of South Balch Street around 2:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a child in distress, police said. Upon arrival, officers and Akron Fire personnel found the boy unresponsive and transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Following an initial investigation, police determined that foul play was involved. A 23-year-old man, who was known to the family, was taken into custody and charged with felony child endangerment, officials confirmed.
The case remains under investigation, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact Akron Police at 330-375-2490.