Who killed this 15 yr old while he was playing basketball with friends? On September 18, 2017, 15-year-old Mohamed Abdulkadir was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting in the Blacklick area near Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred in the afternoon on Churchside Chase Drive, shortly after Mohamed returned home from school. He was found in a driveway, critically injured from gunfire, and was pronounced dead at the scene at approximately 4:20 p.m.
Mohamed was a student at Licking Heights High School, and his death has left a significant impact on the school community, friends, and family.
The authorities received a 911 call initially reporting the shooting as a drive-by incident. Despite a police investigation, there are currently no known suspects or witnesses who have come forward with information regarding the motive or perpetrator. This incident was one of many that contributed to the increasing number of homicides in Columbus in 2017, marking the 95th homicide of the year. The Somali community in Columbus has expressed concern and fear over the loss of a young life, emphasizing their struggles with ongoing violence in their neighborhoods. A vigil was held at Licking Heights High School where Mohamed's classmates, teachers, and family gathered to mourn his loss and remember his life.
Mohamed's family arranged funeral and burial services shortly after his death, and the community rallied to support them during this period of grief. The Licking Heights School District also provided counseling support to students and staff who were affected by the tragic loss of their fellow student. The ongoing investigation into Mohamed's death remains open, with the Columbus police seeking any potential leads that could help bring justice to his family.
