Seth Burdette, a 37-year-old man from Portsmouth, Ohio, tragically lost his life on December 9, 2017. He was shot at the Columbia Theatre Bar in Portsmouth around 2:30 a.m. Burdette was taken to St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia, where he was pronounced dead. Another man, Zachary D. Mahone, 32, was also injured in the shooting and was transported to Southern Ohio Medical Center before being moved to Grant Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.
The investigation into Seth
Burdette's death was ongoing, with the Portsmouth Police Department releasing the names of the victims and asking anyone with information to come forward. However, there were no immediate arrests or suspects named in connection with the shooting. The case remained open as authorities continued to gather evidence and seek leads.
The shooting at the Columbia Theatre Bar was a shocking and tragic event for the Portsmouth community, leaving friends, family, and residents grappling with the loss of Seth Burdette and the circumstances surrounding his death. The investigation continued to unfold, with the hope that justice would eventually be served for Seth and his loved ones.