In the quiet city of Jamestown, New York, Douglas Mansfield Howie, a 68-year-old male, was fatally shot on the evening of September 10, 2024. The incident occurred in the vicinity of Newland and Forest avenues, shattering the neighborhood's peace. First responders arrived at the scene to find Howie with a gunshot wound. He was initially treated at the scene and then transported to UPMC Chautauqua for immediate medical attention.
Due to the severity of his injuries, Howie was subsequently airlifted to Hamot Medical Center in Erie, Pennsylvania, a regional trauma center. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he succumbed to his wounds and was pronounced dead. Howie, known to his friends and family as 'Doug' or 'Fresh,' was a father and grandfather who enjoyed playing pool and hosting cookouts. Before becoming disabled, he had worked for the Resource Center, Brigiotta's, and in construction.
The Jamestown Police Department launched a homicide investigation into Howie's death. As of early 2025, no arrests have been made in the case, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects. Investigators have indicated that they have a person of interest in mind but have been hampered by a lack of cooperation from the victim's family and witnesses.
In an effort to generate leads, a reward of $2,500 is being offered for any information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for Doug Howie's death. The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement continues to seek answers and deliver justice for the victim and his family.
