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Jamal Jones

Death by Force
Case Description
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On April 28, 2025, Jamal Jones, a 34-year-old man, was fatally shot in Columbus, Ohio, during an attempted robbery at an apartment on Fountain Lane. Columbus police responded to multiple calls reporting gunfire in the area at approximately 4:08 a.m. Upon arrival, officers found Jones suffering from a gunshot wound. Emergency responders transported him to Mount Carmel East Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 4:38 a.m.

Authorities later arrested four juveniles in connection with the i ...Read More
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  • WSYX: Man who died at hospital after shooting has been identified
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    Victim Details

    Jamal Jones

    Male

    Black / African American

    Columbus

    OH

    2025-04-28

    34

    Jamal

    Jones

    11/26/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I just can’t wrap my head around the tragedy on Fountain Lane, especially how young the suspects a... ...Read More
    05/19/2025
    Does anyone have more details about the response from the community surrounding Fountain Lane? I'm c... ...Read More
    05/11/2025
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