Erick Bellomy, 44, was tragically killed on October 12, 2017, in Columbus, Ohio, during an attempted robbery that turned fatal. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at his home on Higbee Drive South. The suspect in the case, Anthony Dean, who was related to Bellomy, allegedly attempted to rob him, which ultimately led to the shooting. When law enforcement arrived at the scene around 1:21 a.m., Bellomy was found with a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Columbus police identified this homicide as the city's 101st of that year. The suspect, Anthony Dean, was arrested later on October 12 and charged with murder. Reports indicate that Dean was considered armed and dangerous at the time of the crime, heightening the urgency for his apprehension. The circumstances of Bellomy’s death were particularly tragic, given that it involved a family dispute escalating into violence. The authorities have continued to call on anyone with additional information to help bring full closure to the case by contacting the Columbus Police Homicide Unit or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers.
Bellomy's death not only left behind grieving family members but also highlighted ongoing issues related to gun violence in Columbus. His murder received significant local media attention, both due to the familial nature of the incident and the broader issue of violent crime affecting the community. Columbus police continue to emphasize the importance of community support in solving such crimes, urging witnesses or anyone with knowledge of the incident to come forward.
