Shaquille Lemar Conner, a 23-year-old Black male from Columbus, Ohio, tragically lost his life on June 21, 2020. Shaquille, also known as "Shaq," was born on February 26, 1997, and grew up in the Trevitt Heights neighborhood of Columbus. He was known for his love of money, video games, and fast cars, and was deeply loved by his family and friends. Shaquille attended the Columbus public school system and graduated from The Academy for Urban Scholars in 2019.
On the night of his death, Shaquille was involved in a gun battle with an unknown suspect in front of the XL Lounge located at 1536 N. Cassady Avenue in Columbus. The altercation occurred around 1:08 AM, and Shaquille collapsed in front of 1508 N. Cassady Avenue. He was transported to Grant Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 2:39 AM. The Columbus Police Department has been investigating the incident as an unsolved homicide.
Despite the ongoing investigation, no arrests have been made, and the suspect remains unidentified. The case is part of the Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive for June 2020, and law enforcement continues to seek information from the public to bring justice to Shaquille's family.
Shaquille's death has left a significant impact on his family, friends, and the community. He is remembered for his humor, kindness, and overprotectiveness, and his memory lives on through the love and support of those who knew him.
