‘This is big business.’ How an Akron police lieutenant profited from off-the-books work
As the Akron Police Department’s go-to outside job broker, veteran Akron Police Lieutenant Mark Farrar wielded significant influence over the businesses seeking extra paid police protection and the officers seeking to earn extra money off the clock. Farrar spent much of the last decade using APD resources for outside work that was not part of his official duties as a lieutenant helping oversee the department’s information technology systems, according to documents obtained by Signal Akron and sources connected to the police department.
Akron’s community calendar
Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
