Robert Antonio "RobbyRed" Marshall Jr., a 25-year-old from Columbus, Ohio, was tragically shot and killed on September 2, 2017. The incident occurred around 10:36 p.m. on the 1200 block of Stone Ridge Drive. Columbus Police officers responded to a report of shots fired, and upon arrival, they found Robert lying in front of an apartment building, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel from Columbus Fire Department Medic 23 transported Robert to Grant Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 11:44 p.m.
Despite ongoing investigations, no suspects have been identified, and the case remains unsolved. The Columbus Division of Police and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) have been working to gather any leads that might help solve this case. Authorities are urging anyone with any information that might be related to Robert's death to come forward. Tips can be submitted to the Columbus Police Department or through the Ohio Attorney General’s cold case website.
Robert, known affectionately by his nickname "RobbyRed," was remembered by his family and friends as a beloved individual. His death is part of a series of unsolved homicides in Columbus, and the hope remains that community involvement can help bring justice for Robert and closure for his loved ones.