Michael Benjamin Blankenship, a 29-year-old white male, was tragically killed on August 6, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. He was found unresponsive in an alley behind 954 Geers Avenue, suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of paramedics, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident occurred around 12:33 a.m., and police believe Blankenship had been shot in an alley off East Livingston Avenue before making his way to Geers Avenue.
The investigation into Blankenship's death revealed that there were no known suspects or motives at the time. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots around midnight, but none called the police immediately. This case remains unsolved, and the Columbus Police Department has continued to seek information from the public to bring justice to Blankenship's family.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Michael Benjamin Blankenship's murder. The case is part of the Columbus Police Department's Homicide Cold Case Unit, and they have urged anyone with information to come forward. The investigation remains open, and the police department continues to work diligently to solve this tragic case.
