Ansar Calloway Jr., a 36-year-old male of African American ethnicity from Cleveland, Ohio, tragically passed away on May 8, 2022. His death was the result of a shooting incident that occurred in the area of E 98th Street and Benham Avenue.
Following the incident, Cleveland police homicide detectives launched an investigation. On May 13, 2022, Robert Lee Scott, a 30-year-old man from Streetsboro, was arrested and charged with the murder of Ansar Calloway Jr.
According to court documents, Scott is accused of shooting Calloway in the head and then setting the car on fire. Scott, also known as "RJ" and a member of the "Bloods gang," was taken into custody and faced charges in Cleveland Municipal Court.
The case drew significant attention due to the violent nature of the crime and the subsequent arrest of Scott. The investigation continued as detectives worked to gather evidence and build a case against Scott, who was scheduled to appear in court to face the charges.
Ansar Calloway Jr.'s death left a profound impact on his family and friends, who mourned the loss of the 36-year-old. A janaza prayer was held in his honor at the Uqbah Mosque Foundation in Cleveland on May 11, 2022.
The case against Robert Lee Scott highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in addressing gang-related violence and ensuring justice for victims and their families.
