Robert E. Hubba Herron, a 30-year-old resident of East Liverpool, Ohio, was shot and killed on September 9, 2024, on 10th Street in Wellsville between 11 p.m. and midnight. He was found with a gunshot wound and died en route to the hospital. Columbiana County Prosecutor Vito Abruzzino confirmed Herron’s identity and is assisting the Wellsville Police Department, which opened a homicide investigation under Chief Ed Wilson.

By September 17, police had identified two persons of interest. One was taken into custody on September 10 for unrelated parole violations and outstanding warrants; that person’s identity has not been released. Evidence has been submitted to the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations for DNA analysis, which authorities say could take two to six months, and Chief Wilson indicated charges could follow as the investigation continues.

Herron’s mother, Roberta Pratt, has publicly appealed for information. The Wellsville Police Department asks anyone with tips to call 330-532-1522. If anyone knew Robert Hubba Herron or has information about that night, please come forward.