Tyler Scott Ross was 29 when he was fatally shot inside his Columbus home on July 19, 2021. He was found with an apparent gunshot wound on the 500 block of S. Napoleon Ave., taken to Grant Medical Center in critical condition and pronounced dead at 5:18 PM. Born June 7, 1992, he is described as a beloved son, brother and friend; survivors include his parents, two brothers, a sister-in-law, grandparents, extended family and a nephew.

According to the investigation, an unidentified male arrived at Tyler’s residence that day. A brief argument occurred inside the home, shots were fired and the suspect fled on foot. Detectives are investigating but no arrests have been announced and the case remains unsolved.

Anyone who was on or near S. Napoleon Ave. on July 19, 2021, or who has information about the visitor who fled on foot is asked to contact the Columbus Police Department with tips.