Britney Ann Mazanec, 33, of Niles, Ohio, was shot and killed early on February 24, 2019, outside The Hideaway Lounge on Route 422 in Niles. Born September 23, 1985, in Petaluma, California, she worked as a manager at the Classy Clean Car Wash and had previously managed the West Fork Steakhouse. She was the mother of two children, Aurora and Robbie RJ Nolen.

Friends and family gathered outside the bar in the days after her death, lighting candles and leaving balloons, flowers, and notes at a memorial that included a sign reading We Love You Britney. Her mother, Tammy Stone, spoke about the family’s gratitude for the support they received.

A suspect was identified and charges were brought in connection with the shooting. If anyone who knew Britney or was near Route 422 on the morning of February 24, 2019, has information, please come forward.