Cleveland James Stiner, 62, was shot and killed on the evening of Saturday, July 15, 2023, on Railroad Street in Lafayette, Louisiana. Known as Clee Clee, he was described as a jack-of-all-trades who helped neighbors as a mechanic, carpenter, and plumber, and enjoyed cooking outdoors, listening to music, and spending time with his five daughters and grandchildren.

Two people were struck in the shooting; Stiner died of his injuries and the other victim survived and was reported to be recovering. The Lafayette Police Department identified a person of interest and, within days, arrested 36-year-old Jeremy Tyler. He was booked into the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center on one count of first-degree murder in connection with Stiner’s death and one count of attempted first-degree murder for the other victim’s injury.

Anyone who knew Cleveland Stiner or who has information about the incident on Railroad Street is asked to share what they know.