Anthony Elmore, a 31-year-old man from Columbus, OH, tragically died on November 22, 2022. He was fatally shot in the South Linden neighborhood. Police were alerted to the shooting by ShotSpotter technology, which detected gunfire in the area around 7:30 p.m. When officers arrived, they found Elmore in a yard suffering from visible injuries. Despite immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead at the scene at 8:44 p.m.
The investigation revealed that Elmore was not alone when he
was shot. Several people, including two children, were inside a nearby house that was struck multiple times by gunfire. During the search, officers also found a handgun in Elmore's hand. The incident was part of a larger altercation involving multiple individuals firing gunshots in the area.
Two suspects, Jermaine Johnson and Evan Jones, both 32 years old, were identified and charged with Elmore's murder. Johnson was arrested and is being held in the Franklin County Correction Center, while Jones remains at large. Johnson is expected to appear in Franklin County Municipal Court. The case is ongoing, and authorities are actively seeking information to locate and arrest the remaining suspect.
The tragic death of Anthony Elmore has deeply affected his family and the community. He is remembered fondly by his loved ones, including his daughter Peyton Elmore, and his extended family. The loss has prompted a renewed focus on addressing gun violence in the South Linden neighborhood and ensuring justice for Elmore and his family.
