On March 13, 2025, at approximately 1:56 AM, Columbus Police officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 3200 block of Sterling Ln. Upon arrival, they discovered Daymir E. Hill, a 19-year-old Black male, unresponsive and suffering from a gunshot wound in the nearby 3200 block of E. 6th Ave. Emergency medical personnel from Columbus Fire swiftly transported Hill, a 19-year-old Black male, to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 3:15 AM.
Witnesses at the scene provided
a description of the suspect, leading to a rapid investigation. Within hours, authorities apprehended Davaun Wilkerson, a 20-year-old Black male, in connection with the shooting. Preliminary findings suggest that an argument between Hill, a 19-year-old Black male, and Wilkerson may have escalated into violence. Wilkerson has since been charged with murder, and the investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.
The Columbus Police Department has urged anyone with additional information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community cooperation in resolving the case. Detective Journey, assisted by Detective Vogel, is leading the investigation. Authorities have provided contact details for those willing to share relevant information, reinforcing their commitment to justice for Hill, a 19-year-old Black male.
