On October 30, 2024, 16-year-old Me’Khi Keys was found lying on a sidewalk in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus with at least one gunshot wound. He was taken to Riverside Methodist Hospital, where he later died. The shooting has been described as senseless gun violence that has shaken the community and prompted calls for support for the family and action to address gun violence affecting youth in the area.

By November 15, 2024, Columbus police were publicly seeking two suspects in connection with Me’Khi’s fatal shooting, though they had not released detailed descriptions or a stated motive. On November 17, 2024, the case was highlighted as the Crime of the Week by Central Ohio Crime Stoppers to encourage tips. Police continue to ask anyone with information to come forward.

If anyone knew Me’Khi or saw anything in North Linden on October 30 that could help investigators, please share what you know.