Gary L. Trudo, 46, of Moraine, Ohio, was fatally shot in his home on Telhurst Court on November 5, 2014. Neighbors described Trudo as kind and helpful, staying with a neighbor after a period of homelessness as he tried to turn his life around. His death was ruled suspicious and authorities questioned two other men who had been with him at the time of the shooting.

The neighbor Thomas L. Cooley, 41, was arrested and charged in connection with the shooting. 911 records show Cooley admitted to shooting Trudo while also saying Trudo had shot himself. Cooley was later convicted of negligent homicide, received a 180-day jail sentence with 80 days suspended, was placed on five years probation, and ordered to pay restitution and complete treatment and counseling.

Neighbors and family expressed shock and sadness at Trudo’s death. If anyone knew Gary, his movements on November 5, 2014, or the events that evening, please come forward with information.