Norman Allen Sr., a 40-year-old Black man from Toledo, Ohio, died on May 27, 2025, after being shot outside the Circle K at 3819 Haverhill Drive in west Toledo. Officers were dispatched at about 6:11 p.m. and found the 40-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds; he was taken to Mercy Health St. Vincent Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The Lucas County Coroner publicly identified him and confirmed his age and identity.
An autopsy completed on May 28, 2025, documented two gunshot wounds—a fatal wound to the back that damaged the aorta and liver, and a graze wound to the left shoulder. The manner of death was ruled homicide and the place of injury was recorded as 3819 Haverhill Drive.
In the days that followed, friends and family gathered for a vigil and spoke about the 40-year-old man's role as a father, brother, mentor, and steady presence, urging peace and remembrance even as the investigation continued. Local coverage captured the community's grief and the calls for answers about what happened outside the gas station that evening.
Investigators initially reported no suspects and asked the public for tips through Crime Stoppers. Subsequent updates showed detectives seeking information on a vehicle and driver connected to the case, underscoring that the inquiry remained active. As of the latest reporting available, authorities had not announced any arrests, named a suspect, or stated that the shooting was legally justified as self-defense; no charging decision had been publicized.
