Michelle Yvette Ferrell, 42, was shot and killed on January 19, 2014, in the 700 block of Linwood Avenue in East Columbus. A pizza delivery driver found her lying on the sidewalk and called 911; despite emergency responders’ efforts, Michelle succumbed to her injuries. She was a mother of six.

Police say an unknown assailant fired the shots and investigators continued searching for suspects. Family members described frustration and sorrow and said they did not understand a motive; they also reported difficulties getting witnesses to cooperate because of a perceived street code of silence. The family urged anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone knew Michelle, her routines, or saw activity on Linwood Avenue that morning, please share what you know with the Columbus Police Department.