Marquise Antwaun Lanier, a 23-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on May 8, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred around 2:25 a.m. when Columbus Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting at 807 Fairwood Avenue. Upon arrival, they found Lanier inside a parked vehicle suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to Grant Medical Center in extremely critical condition, but despite medical efforts, Lanier succumbed to his injuries at
approximately 2:56 a.m.
The case remains unsolved, and the Columbus Police Department continues to investigate Lanier's death. No arrests have been made, and there are no identified suspects or ongoing litigations related to this case. The investigation is part of the Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
The loss of Marquise Antwaun Lanier is a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by communities in addressing and preventing violent crime. His family and friends continue to seek justice and closure, hoping that one day the responsible parties will be held accountable.
