Zachary Mason, a 20-year-old from Elyria, Ohio, was shot inside an apartment on West River Road on October 1, 2018 and later found in the parking lot by responding officers. He was taken to a nearby hospital but died of his injuries.

Two men were arrested two days later. On October 3, 2018, Keeon Green Jr., 18, and Lance Cheers, 28, were arrested and charged with aggravated robbery; both were held without bond and authorities said additional arrests were expected as the investigation continued. A law firm representing victims of security negligence suggested the apartment owner or management might be held responsible if inspections showed inadequate security and urged preservation of evidence.

Zachary’s family and friends remembered him as a promising young man who played football at Elyria High School and Grand County High, enjoyed video games, and had a competitive spirit. If anyone has information about the shooting or the apartment’s security on West River Road, please come forward.