On March 22, 2023, at about 10:07 p.m., 33-year-old Darren Daniels was fatally shot outside his apartment in the 2600 block of Loop Drive on Cleveland’s West Side. Police say a verbal altercation between Daniels and 38-year-old Kemar Andre Wallace at Daniels’ apartment escalated when shots were fired through the apartment door. Daniels was struck multiple times as he exited and was found unresponsive on the sidewalk; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Wallace was identified by police as the primary suspect and was considered armed and dangerous. Family and friends described Daniels as a devoted father and a positive presence in his community; his death left a significant void for those who knew him. Authorities are asking anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward.

If anyone knew Darren, saw activity on Loop Drive that night, or has information about the confrontation, please share what you know with investigators.