Royce Gilbert, a 19-year-old from Columbus, Ohio, tragically died on March 6, 2024, following a shooting incident in the South Linden area. The shooting occurred around noon in the 1100 block of East 18th Avenue. Emergency responders transported Gilbert to Grant Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 12:51 PM, just 40 minutes after the incident. He had sustained critical injuries from the gunfire and was unable to survive despite receiving immediate medical attention.
As of now, law enforcement has not announced any suspects related to Gilbert's death. The Columbus Police Department is actively investigating the case and is seeking assistance from the public. They encourage anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers. Detective J. Wood is leading the investigation, with support from Detective A. Hughes.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, and no arrests have been made as of the latest updates. The community is urged to come forward with any details that might aid in resolving this tragic event and bringing justice for Royce Gilbert and his family.
