Kevontae Antonio Ruffin, a 24-year-old Cleveland man, was shot multiple times and died on July 5, 2022. Authorities describe the shooting as a case of mistaken identity rather than an attack directed at Ruffin himself. The incident took place in Cleveland and prompted an active police investigation.

No arrests have been announced and the Cleveland Police Department is seeking tips as investigators work to identify suspects and determine the full circumstances. Family and friends have spoken of their grief, and the community has offered support to Ruffin’s loved ones.

If anyone has information about where Kevontae was on July 5, 2022, or about the shooting, please contact the Cleveland Police Department.