Jaron Valentine, 28, was shot and died on June 21, 2015, in Columbus, Ohio. He was found on the ground with gunshot injuries and was later pronounced dead at Grant Medical Center. The shooting occurred amid a string of violent incidents that day.

Columbus investigators charged 24-year-old Tony Lamont Macklin Jr. with murder in connection with Valentine’s death and identified him as the suspect. At the time of these reports, Macklin remained at large and law enforcement continued efforts to locate him. The killing and the related shootings that day drew considerable community concern about escalating violence in the area.

If anyone knew Jaron, saw activity near where he was found, or has information about Tony Lamont Macklin Jr., please come forward with what you know.