Ulrich Maurice Smith, 42, was found suffering from a gunshot wound on East 5th Avenue near the ramp to James Road in Columbus, Ohio, on October 10, 2017, at about 9:00 p.m. A passerby alerted emergency services after seeing a man partially in the street; officers found Smith critically injured and he was pronounced dead after transport to a local hospital. He was reportedly walking home from a COTA bus stop when the shooting occurred and left behind a wife and two young children.

Police have not identified a suspect or established a clear motive. The Columbus Police Department and Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward and are asking anyone with information to call 614-461-TIPS (8477) or submit an anonymous tip online. If anyone knew Ulrich Smith, saw activity on East 5th Avenue near James Road that night, or has information that could help, please come forward.