Samuel Dozier, a 24-year-old male from Columbus, Ohio, died on December 14, 2016, nine days after being shot during an attempted robbery. The incident took place on December 5, near E. 23rd and Hamilton Avenues. According to police reports, Dozier was allegedly shot by his intended victim, who was defending himself during a holdup. The victim, who was a concealed-weapon permit holder, cooperated fully with the police investigation, and no charges were filed against him. The shooting was classified as the 96th homicide in Columbus for the year 2016.
Officers from the Columbus Police Department responded to the shooting on the evening of December 5. Upon their arrival, they were informed that Dozier had attempted to rob the individual who subsequently shot him in self-defense. Dozier sustained several gunshot wounds and was taken to Grant Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries nine days later. The investigation was carried out by homicide detectives, who ultimately determined that the shooter had acted in self-defense and did not press charges.
Samuel Dozier's death is recorded among the city’s documented homicide cases for 2016, reflecting the ongoing issue of violence in the area during that time. Authorities have highlighted the cooperation of the armed citizen involved and emphasized the importance of lawful use of firearms for personal defense in this tragic case.
