On June 28, 2015, Lucero Rico Villa, a 29-year-old Hispanic woman, was tragically shot and killed in the parking lot of the Gardens of Easton Apartments in Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred around 11:37 p.m., when Columbus Police were called to the scene and found Villa suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the scene at 11:44 p.m.
The investigation into Lucero Rico Villa's death revealed that she was shot multiple times and left in the parking lot. Detectives collected evidence, including a red Cadillac found at the scene, and reviewed surveillance video from the apartment complex. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a man fleeing the scene in a car. However, despite these efforts, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.
The Columbus Police Department continues to seek justice for Lucero Rico Villa and her family. The case is part of the Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive, and detectives are actively reviewing any new leads or evidence that may help solve the crime. The community is encouraged to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation.
The tragic death of Lucero Rico Villa has left a lasting impact on her loved ones and the community. The ongoing efforts to solve this case highlight the dedication of law enforcement to bring closure to such heartbreaking incidents.
