Joshua Jones, 23, was shot and killed on June 28, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. Jones, an aspiring musician and chef known for a dish called Rasta Pasta, was delivering food in his neighborhood when he was confronted by two individuals. Multiple gunshots were fired; Jones tried to flee, crashed his car into a home, and was taken to a nearby hospital where he died the next morning.

Investigators identified 22-year-old Michael Dickerson as the person who shot Jones. Federal agents arrested Dickerson, and he was charged with murder, aggravated murder, aggravated robbery, and tampering with evidence. A grand jury indicted him and he is in custody awaiting trial. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and they remain interested in additional suspects and leads.

Jones’ mother, Tanya Long, who is president of the Weinland Park Community Civic Association, has been public in seeking justice and pushing for safer streets. If anyone knew Joshua, what happened that night, or has information that could help investigators, please share it with the authorities.