Javanie Akeem Anderson, 28, was shot and killed while working as a clerk at a market on Karl Road in Columbus on the night of June 16, 2026. Police were called about 10:10 p.m. and found Javanie at the scene; he was pronounced dead shortly afterward. The initial investigation indicates the shooting occurred during a robbery involving several individuals.

A Beechcroft High School graduate, Javanie was remembered by family and friends as funny, caring, hardworking and loyal. He enjoyed bowling with friends and adored his three dogs; regulars at the market described him as friendly and well liked. Detectives have interviewed witnesses and are reviewing nearby surveillance footage, but no arrests or suspect identifications have been announced.

Did anyone who knew Javanie or who was in the Karl Road area that night see or hear anything that could help investigators?