Leviticus Deron Leeper, an 18-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, tragically lost his life in a shooting incident on November 5, 2024. The Columbus Division of Police received a ShotSpotter alert just before midnight on November 4, detecting multiple gunshots in the 400 block of South Richardson Avenue in the Hilltop neighborhood.
Upon arrival at the scene, officers found Leeper suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders quickly transported him to Grant Medical Center in critical condition. Despite their efforts, Leeper was pronounced dead at 12:35 a.m. on November 5, 2024.
Witnesses reported seeing a dark-colored sedan leaving the area immediately after the shooting. However, they were unable to provide any additional details about the vehicle or its occupants. The Columbus Police Homicide Unit, led by Detective Weiner and assisted by Detective Miller, is actively investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting.
As of the latest reports, no arrests have been made in connection with Leeper's death, and the police have not publicly identified any suspects. The authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers.
Leeper's death occurred during a particularly violent period in Columbus, with five homicides reported in just four days at the beginning of November 2024. This surge in violence has raised concerns among local residents and business owners about safety in the area.
Leviticus Leeper was born on October 3, 2005, to Lakeya Lee and Deron Leeper. His untimely death at the young age of 18 has left a void in the community and sparked calls for increased efforts to address gun violence in Columbus.
