Rusty Lee Oehlers, 27, of Columbus, Ohio, was shot on South Hague Avenue about 2:15 a.m. on February 20, 2017, and died of his injuries the next day, February 21, 2017. He was one of two people taken to Mount Carmel West Hospital by apparent witnesses. The shooting has been described as the result of a botched robbery attempt.

Oehlers graduated from Fairfield Union High School, where he participated in wrestling, cross country, and band. He enjoyed sports, cooking, and music, and is survived by his son, Killian Maverick Oehlers, his parents Kenneth J. Jr. and Dolly Anderson Oehlers, and other family members.

Columbus Police investigated the case and it is part of the Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive. No arrests have been announced and the case remains unsolved. Anyone with information is asked to come forward.