Deijon Bedgood, 25, was fatally shot on April 21, 2023, during a confrontation near the Ohio State University campus. The shooting occurred about 2:40 AM at East 12th Avenue and High Street after witnesses say a fight broke out among multiple people and two individuals, named as Raymond Ladd and Shemar Franklin, drew handguns and began firing. One of the bullets struck Bedgood, killing him.

Authorities identified and arrested suspects quickly. Raymond Ladd, 26, was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with murder and felonious assault. Shemar Franklin, 25, later turned himself in and faces similar charges. Friends and family described Bedgood as a positive influence who did not seek out violence; his death has prompted renewed concern about safety and gun violence in areas frequented by students.

If anyone saw the confrontation that night or has information about what led to the fight, please share what is known with investigators.