Roger Alex Bernal, a 30-year-old male from Columbus, OH, tragically died on May 1, 2022, from multiple gunshot wounds. He was found unresponsive in Prairie Township, Franklin County, after being shot while riding his bicycle along Medfield Way. Bernal managed to run to the area of Eastham Way before collapsing and was later pronounced dead at an area hospital.
The investigation revealed that Bernal was targeted in a drive-by shooting by 27-year-old Mario Benitez Sanchez, who had a
previous dispute with Bernal. Sanchez was arrested on May 4, 2022, near the Tuttle Mall and charged with aggravated murder. He is currently being held in the Franklin County Jail.
The case highlights the severe consequences of unresolved disputes and the impact of gun violence on communities. The Franklin County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the incident, and Sanchez awaits trial for his alleged role in Bernal's death.
