Crime Solvers Central
CSC
263 Cases Solved. Advancing justice for missing persons, unsolved homicides, unidentified and unclaimed remains.
Josie Kamara death by force case profile photo

Josie Papay Kamara

Case from Columbus, OH dated Feb 21, 2021

Victim Details

Josie Papay Kamara

Male

Black / African American

Columbus

OH

2021-02-21

27

Josie

Papay Kamara

06/30/2026

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!
Josie Papay Kamara, a 27-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically died on February 21, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. Kamara was found suffering from a gunshot wound inside a residence on the 3500 block of Greenwich Street, where a party was taking place. According to the Columbus Division of Police, an argument broke out during the party, leading to someone opening fire inside the apartment. Kamara was transported to an area hospital but was later pronounced dead from his injuries.
...
MEMBER ACCESS

Continue reading the complete case summary

Unlock the full case narrative for Josie Papay Kamara, all available source links, additional videos, and member discussions.

Unlock Full Case Access — $3.97/month
Cancel anytime.
Already a member? Log in

Links to Additional Sources (11)

See any mistakes? Let us know!
  • 10tv.com: Police identify man killed in north Columbus shooting
  • Police Media Releases
    • MEMBER ACCESS

    Unlock 9 additional sources

    View the complete collection of available reporting and reference links for this case.

    View All Case Sources — $3.97/month
    Cancel anytime.
    Already a member? Log in

    Latest News

    View All

    Forum Posts (2)

    I can't stop thinking about the impact this must have had on Josie's family and friends. Losing some... ...Read More
    11/07/2024
    I've been following Josie Papay Kamara's tragic case, and my heart goes out to his family and friend... ...Read More
    08/11/2023
    MEMBER ACCESS

    Join the discussion for Josie Papay Kamara

    Read full forum posts and contribute to this case discussion.

    Unlock forum access — $3.97/month
    Already a member? Log in

    Other Cases from Columbus, Ohio

    Prince Jackson death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Prince Jackson

    Death: Jun 01, 2017
    On June 1, 2017, Prince Michael Jackson, a 35-year-old man from Columbus, Ohio, was fatally shot out u ...Read More
    Dean D. Sturgis death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Dean D. Sturgis

    Death: Nov 29, 2015
    Dean D. Sturgis, a 63-year-old male of unspecified ethnicity, tragically died on November 29, 2015, , ...Read More
    Courdney Sims death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Courdney Sims

    Death: Sep 11, 2016
    Courdney Sims, a 25-year-old male from Columbus, Ohio, was shot and killed on September 11, 2016. Th T ...Read More
    Jeremiah Williams death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Jeremiah Williams

    Death: Feb 03, 2020
    Jeremiah Williams, an 18-year-old African American male from Columbus, OH, tragically lost his life e ...Read More
    Keon Mitchell death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Keon Mitchell

    Death: May 01, 2017
    On May 1, 2017, Keon Jerome Mitchell, aged 25, was tragically killed in Columbus, Ohio. The incident n ...Read More
    Mareo Bell death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Mareo Bell

    Death: Mar 11, 2022
    Mareo Bell, a 33-year-old male from Columbus, OH, tragically died on March 11, 2022, as a result of f ...Read More
    Ezekiel Davis death by force case in Columbus, OH

    Ezekiel Davis

    Death: Aug 04, 2023
    Ezekiel LaTraun Davis, a 24-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, was fatally shot on August 4, 2023. 3 ...Read More