On May 11, 2017, 15-year-old D’Ante Marshawn Smith, a Black male, was tragically killed in Columbus, Ohio. He was found unresponsive in an alley on Bremen Street, suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident occurred around 11:31 p.m., and callers had reported hearing gunshots approximately 15 to 20 minutes earlier.
The case remains unsolved, and no suspects have been identified.
The Columbus Police Department has been actively investigating the homicide, but as of now, there have been no arrests or significant breakthroughs in the case. The community continues to seek justice for D’Ante, and anyone with information is encouraged to come forward.
The loss of D’Ante Marshawn Smith has left a lasting impact on his family and the community. He was a student at Mifflin Middle and Columbus Scioto Middle Schools, and he was remembered fondly by those who knew him. His death has been a rallying point for efforts to address gun violence and improve safety in the area.
The investigation into D’Ante's death is ongoing, and the Columbus Police Department has urged anyone with information to contact them or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers. The hope remains that one day, justice will be served for D’Ante and his family.
