Do you know who shot and killed Bernard? On December 4, 2016, Bernard "Randy" Erby, aged 46, was killed in a homicide incident in Columbus, Ohio. At approximately 12:47 a.m., Columbus police officers were called to the area of 1052 Republic Avenue after receiving reports of a gunshot and spotting a man lying in the front yard. When the officers arrived, they found Bernard Erby unresponsive, having suffered a gunshot wound. Emergency medical personnel responded but pronounced Erby deceased shortly after, at 12:55 a.m.
Witnesses reported hearing a gunshot and seeing a small car fleeing the scene, though no further details about the vehicle or suspect were available at the time. His case remains unsolved, and the authorities are still seeking tips from the public to help solve the murder.
Erby's death is listed as one of the unsolved homicides in Franklin County, and the case is still open under the oversight of the Ohio Attorney General’s office, which provides resources to help local law enforcement resolve such incidents. Investigators continue to appeal to the public for information that might lead to a resolution of this case, highlighting the need for visibility and community support in bringing justice for Erby and closure for his loved ones. The homicide remains one of many in the state where no viable leads have emerged despite ongoing investigative efforts.
Bernard Erby’s death is also noted in online memorials dedicated to victims of gun violence. Friends and family have lit virtual candles in his memory and expressed their grief and hope for justice. The community continues to mourn his loss, remembering him as someone who, like many others, had his challenges but also positive qualities. Public appeals, both online and through official channels, continue in hopes of gathering enough information to identify and prosecute those responsible for his tragic death.
