On September 22, 2014, 20-year-old De'Andre Forrest was shot and killed on the Southeast Side of Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred late at night, in the area of Courtright and Oakcrest Roads. Columbus police officers were responding to reports of a shooting when they found Forrest lying on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to his upper body. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation into Forrest's death presented significant challenges, as law enforcement had little information to go on. There were no identified suspects, and the motive behind the shooting remained unknown. The Columbus Police Homicide Unit urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward, emphasizing community involvement as critical in solving such cases.
The death of De'Andre Forrest marked the 68th homicide in Columbus for the year 2014. Despite the ongoing investigations and appeals for public assistance, the case still lacks leads that could help identify the perpetrator. This unsolved homicide remains a difficult and heartbreaking event for Forrest's family and the wider community, highlighting the pervasive issue of gun violence in the city.
