Jaylon A. Reed dies in fatal Near East Side shooting
Fatal Near East Side shooting death of Jaylon A. Reed – Obituary
Columbus police have identified 23-year-old Jaylon A. Reed as the victim of a deadly shooting that occurred Wednesday night.
Authorities responded to a report of gunfire around 11:20 p.m. near Cole Street and Rhodes Avenue on the city’s Near East Side. Upon arrival, officers discovered Reed with a gunshot wound.
He was rushed to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries at 11:48 p.m., according to police.
Investigators have not yet identified any suspects and are seeking the public’s help. They encourage anyone with information about the incident to contact the homicide unit at 614-645-4730 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477. Individuals with security cameras in the area are also urged to share any footage that could assist in the investigation.