Marcelous Sampson Tell, a 22-year-old African American male from Warrensville Heights, Ohio, tragically lost his life on July 2, 2022. Marcelous was fatally shot at Floods Urban Seafood Lounge on Northfield Road around 1:30 a.m. He was taken to Cleveland Clinic South Pointe Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Authorities identified Carlton Heard as a person of interest in the shooting. Carlton Heard was later apprehended by the Warrensville Heights Police Department and members of the U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force on Cleveland's west side. The police had previously released a photo of Heard, seeking the public's help in locating him.
The investigation into Marcelous Sampson Tell's death is ongoing, and the Warrensville Heights Police Department continues to work diligently to gather more information and build a case. The community has been urged to come forward with any additional information that may assist in the investigation.
Marcelous Sampson Tell was remembered as a kind and genuine spirit who brought joy to those around him. He was the oldest of three siblings and had a passion for music, playing the trumpet during his time at The Cleveland School of the Arts. Marcelous worked at several companies, including Cedar Pointe, Cisco, The Family Dollar, and Amazon. His presence will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and the community.
The case remains a priority for local law enforcement, and efforts to bring justice for Marcelous Sampson Tell continue.
