Morris Man Peoples, 50, was fatally shot near his home in Columbus, Ohio, on December 18, 2011. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Columbus Police say the shooting was not random and may have been targeted, but no motive or suspects have been publicly identified and the case remains unsolved.

Peoples was an active member of St. John’s AME Church in Worthington and was remembered for his kindness and community involvement. Funeral services were held with friends, family, and community members attending.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to contact Columbus Police to help bring closure to the family.