Mason Zachariah Tope, 24, of Columbus, Ohio, was found shot multiple times in the Lincoln Village area of North Columbus on June 7, 2023. He was taken to OhioHealth Grant Medical Center but died shortly after arrival. Authorities have described his death as a victim of gun violence; it was one of two separate shootings reported in the area that day.

As of the most recent account, no arrests or suspects have been publicly announced and police are continuing their investigation. Friends and family remember Mason for his vibrant personality and the impact he had on those around him. If anyone saw anything in the Lincoln Village area on June 7 or has information about this shooting, please contact the Columbus police.