Mohamed Abdulkadir Suleiman, 19, was shot and killed on July 18, 2021, in Franklin Township, Columbus, Ohio. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 400 block of Knob Hill Court West about 10:50 p.m.; Suleiman was struck multiple times in the upper body and pronounced dead at the scene.

Two days later, 19-year-old Ahmed Mohamed Ali was arrested and charged with aggravated murder and aggravated robbery. Authorities say Ali shot Suleiman while attempting to rob him, and detectives recovered evidence linking Ali to the crime. The sheriff’s office has indicated there may be additional suspects and asked anyone with information to contact the detective bureau.

This killing left the local community grieving and concerned about safety. If anyone has information about the shooting or other possible suspects, contact the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office detective bureau.