Sincere N. Akers, a 19-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on July 5, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. He was a resident of Columbus and had graduated from Circleville High School. Sincere was known to be a loving son, father, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, friend, and neighbor. His death was the result of a shooting incident that occurred in the early hours of the morning.
On the night of his death, officers were dispatched to the area of 1069 Whittier Street on a shot spotter
report. Shortly after, a call came in directing officers to the area of 1113 Wilson Avenue on a shooting outside. Sincere was found with serious injuries and was dropped off at Nationwide Children's Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 1:13 am. The incident was the 105th homicide in Columbus that year.
The investigation into Sincere's death is ongoing, and law enforcement agencies are still attempting to determine the motive behind the shooting. The case remains unsolved, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to submit a tip to the authorities. The Columbus Police Department and the Ohio Attorney General's Office continue to work on this case, hoping to bring justice for Sincere and his family.
Sincere's death has left a significant impact on his family and the community, who remember him fondly and continue to seek answers and justice.
