A man is found shot to death in a residence On June 28, 2018, Ernesto Merida Argueta, a 37-year-old man, was fatally shot in Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred at approximately 11:28 p.m. at 307 South Oakley Avenue. When officers from the Columbus Division of Police and paramedics arrived at the scene, they found Ernesto in the rear of the house, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported to Mount Carmel West Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 11:45 p.m.
The Columbus Police Department has not yet identified the suspect or suspects responsible for this crime.
Ernesto Merida Argueta was born on November 6, 1980, and was originally from Guatemala. At the time of his death, he lived in Columbus, Ohio. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for any information leading to an arrest or indictment in connection with this case. Authorities are actively seeking the public's help to bring the perpetrator to justice, and they encourage anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers or visit the official Crime Stoppers website to submit a tip.
Despite significant efforts by law enforcement, Ernesto's case remains unsolved. It is part of the Ohio Attorney General's list of unsolved homicides, and local authorities continue to seek tips that might help them understand what led to the tragedy and ultimately find those responsible. The case is one of many unsolved homicides in the Columbus area, reflecting the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in solving such crimes, especially when there are limited leads available.
