Deante Mattocks, a 28-year-old man from Cincinnati, Ohio, tragically lost his life on January 9, 2017. He was fatally shot at Our Daily Bread, a soup kitchen in the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. The incident occurred early in the morning when Robert Jacobs, a 43-year-old man, entered the facility and began shooting. Mattocks was found dead inside the building, while a woman was seriously injured but survived.
Robert Jacobs was arrested at the scene without incident and charged with
murder, felonious assault, and having weapons under disability. Investigators revealed that the shooting was the result of a domestic dispute involving Jacobs, Mattocks, and the female victim. Jacobs, described as a "jilted lover" in a love triangle, had purchased the gun the day before the shooting and researched the penalties for such a crime.
Jacobs' bond was set at over $2.5 million, and he faced multiple charges, including disorderly conduct and a weapons charge. The court proceedings revealed that Jacobs had been battling a heroin addiction and had a history of past arrests. Despite his combative behavior in court, Jacobs was held without bail until his trial.
The incident shook the Our Daily Bread community, which had always been a place of safety and rest for those in need. The organization temporarily closed its doors to reevaluate security measures and provide support to its guests, volunteers, and staff. The community rallied around the victims, offering assistance and a warm place to stay while the investigation was ongoing.
The tragic death of Deante Mattocks and the subsequent legal proceedings against Robert Jacobs highlighted the devastating impact of domestic disputes and the importance of mental health and addiction support in preventing such violent incidents.
