On September 2, 2007, Javon Lee Gore, age 30, known as J-Roc, was shot and found in critical condition in Columbus, Ohio. He was taken to Grant Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries. Javon’s parents, children and wider community mourned him as an integral, much-loved figure; his death left many grieving loved ones.

The circumstances of the shooting were not immediately clear. The Columbus Police Department investigated, but the case remains unsolved and no resolution has been reported. Authorities have asked anyone with information to come forward to help identify those responsible.

If anyone knew Javon, saw activity in the area on September 2, 2007, or has information that could assist the investigation, please share what is known with Columbus police.