Darius Sikes Jr., 30, was found dead in the doorway of a residence near the 14900 block of Kinsman Road in Cleveland on January 1, 2022. He had multiple gunshot wounds to the chest and abdomen and was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators say a fight broke out early that morning outside an illegal bar nearby, and gunfire was exchanged.

The Cleveland Division of Police opened an investigation and sought suspects. On April 21, 2022, the U.S. Marshals Service and the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested 31-year-old Mark James near the 10200 block of Anderson Avenue in Cleveland; authorities allege James shot and killed Sikes. Police say the investigation is ongoing and they are looking for additional suspects and evidence. Anonymous tips to CrimeStoppers may be eligible for a reward of up to $5000.

If anyone has information about the altercation outside the bar, the shooting, or other people who may have been involved, please share what is known.