On December 17, 2022, 54-year-old African American male Danardo Lumbus was fatally shot in Cleveland, Ohio. The incident occurred just before 3 a.m. in the 5300 block of Woodland Avenue. According to Cleveland police, Mr. Lumbus was shot after he exited his vehicle at a gas station. In response, he returned fire before succumbing to his injuries.
Following the shooting, authorities identified a suspect whose identity was not immediately released.
As of now, there is no available information regarding any arrests or further developments related to the suspect in this case.
The tragic death of Mr. Lumbus contributes to the ongoing concern over gun violence in Cleveland. In 2022, the city reported a homicide rate of 33.7 per 100,000 residents, with firearms accounting for 84% of these deaths. The majority of homicide victims in Cleveland are African American males between the ages of 18 and 44.
A visitation for Mr. Lumbus was held on December 28, 2022, at the Wanton Horne Chapel of Peace Funeral Home, followed by a service on December 29 at the same location. The family received friends and relatives during these services to honor and remember his life.
As of now, there have been no public announcements regarding arrests or charges related to the death of Mr. Lumbus. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities continue to seek information to bring those responsible to justice.
