Robert Michael Auter Jr., 37, was one of three people found shot dead inside a residence on Griffiths Avenue in the Portland neighborhood of Louisville in the predawn hours of April 8, 2025. Police responded to reports of gunfire just before 5 a.m.; the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office pronounced Auter, Mallory Cox, 37, and David Clark Jr., 49, dead at the scene.

Auter, born January 24, 1988, worked for the city and was remembered by family for his energy, sense of humor, love of fishing, gambling, and his 1981 Buick Regal. He was a father to three children, Emily, Ava, and Robert III, and cared for his dog, Bitty.

Investigators received roughly 30 tips that pointed toward a single person; authorities arrested 29-year-old Kody Warf and charged him with three counts of murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The nature of Warf’s relationship with the victims has not been disclosed.

If anyone knew Robert or has information that could help clarify what happened that morning, please come forward.