Pete Staten, a 51-year-old man from Columbus, OH, tragically passed away on April 24, 2016. He was born on August 3, 1964, in Williamson, WV, to Jack and Rose Staten. Pete is survived by his loving wife, Karen Staten, and their four children: Anthony, Lavena, Brittney, and Jeremy. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Staten.
Pete Staten's death was the result of a fatal shooting. According to police reports, Pete was shot and killed outside a home on West Castle Road near S.
High Street. The incident occurred during an altercation with Douglas Baisden, a 52-year-old man who lived nearby. Witnesses reported that Pete and Baisden were involved in a physical altercation, which led to Pete being shot in the chest. Despite immediate medical attention, Pete succumbed to his injuries at Grant Medical Center.
Following the incident, Douglas Baisden was arrested and charged with murder. Columbus police officers and medics were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of a shooting. Baisden was found and taken into custody a few blocks away from the crime scene. This tragic event marked the 29th homicide in Columbus for that year.
The investigation into Pete Staten's death revealed that the altercation between Pete and Baisden was the catalyst for the shooting. The authorities conducted a thorough investigation, gathering witness statements and evidence to build a case against Baisden. The legal proceedings that followed resulted in Baisden being held accountable for Pete's death.
Pete Staten's untimely death left a significant impact on his family and the community. His obituary described him as a loving husband and father who will be deeply missed by those who knew him. The loss of Pete Staten serves as a reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully.
