Two men found fatally shot on a front porch On August 31, 2017, Theodore Anthony Stokes Jr., a 20-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, was killed in a double shooting that occurred at the corner of Traymore Place and Republic Avenue. On that day, at approximately 1:50 p.m., Columbus Police officers responded to a report of gunshots. Upon arrival, officers found both Theodore Stokes Jr. and Daryll Gavin lying on the front porch of a home, both suffering from gunshot wounds.
Theodore was pronounced dead at the scene, while Daryll Gavin was transported to Grant Hospital but succumbed to his injuries a few days later.
The double shooting claimed the lives of two young men who were well known in their community. Theodore Stokes Jr. was born on September 8, 1996, and had a passion for sports, including playing football, baseball, and basketball. He worked at local logistics companies and had been a part of his local church. The shooting occurred in an area that had previously seen incidents of violence, and the case has since remained unsolved.
Authorities are actively seeking leads that could help solve this case. Crime Stoppers has offered a cash reward for any information that leads to the arrest or indictment of those responsible for the shootings. Columbus Police and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and help bring justice to the victims and their families. Despite the community's efforts, the investigation still needs additional information to move forward. This case remains part of the city's broader effort to solve unsolved homicides and ensure that justice is served.
