On an early autumn evening in Union City, Georgia, the life of 19-year-old Dominique 'Domo' Holt was tragically cut short. On October 6, 2019, Holt, an African American male, was walking home from a local store when he was fatally shot near the intersection of Highpoint Road and Stonewall Drive just before 7:30 p.m. When law enforcement arrived at the scene, they discovered Holt unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of bystanders who attempted to provide aid, his injuries proved to be fatal.
The Union City Police Department launched a homicide investigation, with initial findings suggesting that the shooting was not a random act of violence and that Holt may have been targeted. Neighbors remembered him as a quiet young man who did not cause trouble. Investigators believed he was walking from a nearby Shell gas station when he was attacked. In the days following the shooting, police appealed to the public for any information that could lead to a motive or a suspect.
Despite the ongoing investigation and the pleas of his family, the case of Dominique Holt's murder has grown cold. For over two years, there have been no significant leads or developments reported, leaving his loved ones without closure. His mother, Ujima Rhodes, has been a vocal advocate for justice, expressing the profound and lasting grief her family endures. She has made public appeals for anyone with information, including the person responsible, to come forward. The family and friends of Dominique have held vigils in his memory, seeking to honor his life and bring attention to the gun violence that claimed it. As of now, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with his death.
