Edwin Cook, a 34-year-old man from Cleveland, OH, tragically lost his life on December 12, 2022. He was shot and pronounced dead at the scene on East 74th Street in Cleveland. A woman was also injured in the incident and taken to the hospital, but her condition remains unknown. The Cleveland Division of Police is investigating the case, but no suspects have been identified or arrests made at this time.
The incident occurred in the St.
Clair-Superior neighborhood, and responding officers found Edwin Cook unresponsive in the kitchen of a house. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not released further details about the shooting or potential suspects.
Edwin Cook was known affectionately as "Treetop" and "Nut" and was remembered as a joyful, kind, and giving young man who always kept a smile on his face. He was involved in track and field, basketball, and football during his school years and was proud of his faith. Edwin is survived by his mother, Barbara Clark; father, Eddie Cook; two daughters, E'moni Cook and Ed'lina Cook; one son, Edwin Cook Jr; two sisters, Tamikio Clark and Kita; and two brothers, Antonio Clark and Eddie Cook III.
The community and Edwin's family are mourning his loss, and a public viewing and Celebration of Life service were held to honor his memory. The investigation into his death continues, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances and identify those responsible.
