Mark E. Horne, 48, of Columbus, Ohio, was killed at the Kozy Inn on South High Street on August 27, 2016. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after the shooting, which occurred at about 1:35 a.m.

Columbus police say a 32-year-old woman, Monteria L. Watkins, approached Horne’s hotel room and a confrontation followed; Watkins allegedly shot Horne and fled. She was later located and taken into custody by SWAT officers. Investigators initially questioned another female as a possible suspect but concluded she did not participate in the murder.

The Columbus Division of Police continues to investigate and asked anyone with information to contact them. If anyone knew Mark Horne, was at the Kozy Inn that night, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.