On December 21, 2011, Mujahed Badruddeen, a 56-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, died under circumstances that were eventually ruled a homicide. Originally named Donald Lynn Gordon, Badruddeen had changed his name, possibly for personal or religious reasons. He was buried in Dayton National Cemetery. While specific details about the nature of his death remain sparse, the investigation was conducted by the Columbus Division of Police. Authorities have sought public assistance to gather information related to his death to bring those responsible to justice.
