Javeir Randolph was 16 when he was shot and killed on October 13, 2021, in Evanston, Cincinnati. A car pulled up and someone inside began shooting; Javeir tried to flee but was struck and collapsed in the street. His mother, who was present, attempted CPR but he died in her arms. Reports say the shooting was believed to be a case of mistaken identity.

Javeir was a student at Western Hills High School who enjoyed video games and wrestling. Cincinnati police had not announced any arrests and asked the public for information about recent shootings as the community responded to rising violence. His death was recorded as the 74th homicide in Cincinnati for 2021, a year noted for an unusually high number of killings.

If anyone knew Javeir, witnessed the shooting, or has information that could help investigators, please come forward.