Phillip Jones, a 38-year-old Black man from Cleveland, was found dead in a sewer on Euclid Avenue at West Belvoir. Sewer district workers discovered a decomposing body during an inspection on February 2, 2022; the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the remains as Jones and determined he died of a gunshot wound to the chest. His death was officially ruled a homicide.

Family members described the shock of learning the identity after seeing a local news report. As of March 2022, no arrests had been announced and the case remained open. Investigators have asked the public for help and provided a Crimestoppers tip line at 216-252-7463.

If anyone knew Phillip, saw activity near Euclid Avenue and West Belvoir around that time, or has information about the shooting, please contact Crimestoppers with what you know.