Deaonte Dwayne Bell, 27, was shot and killed after stepping outside a birthday party in Columbus, Ohio, on May 27, 2017. He was taken to a hospital and pronounced dead at 2:59 a.m.

The Columbus Police Department classifies the case as an unsolved homicide. Investigators say extensive efforts have been made to gather evidence and identify suspects, but no arrests have been announced. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest or indictment.

Bell is remembered by family and the community as a husband, father, mentor and someone who tutored inmates and youth. If anyone has information that could help bring those responsible to justice, please come forward to the Columbus Police or Crime Stoppers.