On April 25, 2019, Javier Martinez, a 48-year-old Hispanic man, was shot and killed during a home invasion and robbery at about 10:17 a.m. in Columbus, Ohio. Officers called to 200 South Harris Avenue found Martinez inside the residence; he was taken to Grant Medical Center and pronounced dead at 10:51 a.m.

The case remains unsolved. Columbus Police have been investigating but report no arrests and no identified suspects. Martinez’s death has had a deep effect on his family and community; his obituary ran in The Monitor and memorial services were held.

Anyone with information about the home invasion or Martinez’s death is asked to contact Columbus Police and help bring answers to his family.