Demetreous Michael Beard was 19 when he was shot and killed in Columbus, Ohio, on June 21, 2013. The shooting occurred in the 600 block of Lance Court at about 11:25 PM. Police found Beard lying in front of a residence with multiple gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead shortly after officers arrived.

Known to family and friends as Meechie or Pookie, Beard had recently enrolled at Columbus State Community College and was described as athletic with a bright smile and plans for the future. The Columbus Police Department opened a homicide investigation, and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has also appealed for information. No suspects have been identified.

If anyone was in the Lance Court area that night or has information that could help bring justice to Demetreous’s family, please contact the Columbus Police or the offices handling the case.