Shakura Walker was 27 when she was found severely injured in Davey Moore Park in Springfield, Ohio, on July 13, 2006. She was discovered near the baseball diamonds, brutally beaten about the head and showing signs of having been choked. Taken to a hospital in critical condition, she never regained consciousness and died on May 18, 2007.

Springfield Police Department investigated the case and later identified Prentiss Hare as a person of interest. Investigators say Hare was present in the area during the time frame when multiple women, including Shakura, were killed. Authorities also report evidence that some of the victims, including Shakura, were involved in drug use and prostitution. No charges have been filed in Shakura’s death and the investigation remains open, with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and local law enforcement seeking additional leads.

If anyone has information that could help bring justice for Shakura Walker, please contact the investigators handling the case.