Chad Edward Dunlap, a 29-year-old male from Columbus, Ohio, tragically passed away on February 6, 2018. He was fatally shot during an argument with his friend, 20-year-old Caleb Michael Kazlausky, at their South Side residence in Columbus. The incident occurred early in the morning, and when police arrived, they found Dunlap with a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite being transported to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Dunlap was pronounced dead shortly after.
Following the shooting, police issued a warrant for Kazlausky's arrest, charging him with murder. Witnesses reported seeing Kazlausky flee the scene after shooting Dunlap. Kazlausky was later apprehended and considered "armed and dangerous" by authorities. Court records revealed that Kazlausky had a prior conviction for improperly handling a firearm in a motor vehicle, for which he had received community control supervision.
The case drew significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the relationship between the victim and the suspect. The investigation involved multiple law enforcement agencies and led to a trial where Kazlausky faced serious legal consequences for his actions. The tragic death of Chad Dunlap marked the 15th homicide in Columbus that year, highlighting concerns about rising crime rates in the area.
Dunlap's family and friends mourned his loss and remembered him as a beloved individual who left behind a daughter and many loved ones. The community came together to support the family during this difficult time, and efforts were made to ensure justice was served for Chad Edward Dunlap.
