Andre Williams, 37, was shot in the early morning of December 22, 2024, in the 2600 block of East 71st Street in Cleveland’s Central neighborhood. Officers arrived at about 5:30 a.m.; Williams was taken to University Hospitals and later pronounced dead. The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner confirmed his identity and ruled the death a homicide.

As of December 28, 2024, no arrests have been announced. Cleveland police have not released details about suspects or the events that led to the shooting, and homicide detectives are actively investigating. This death is counted among at least 104 homicides recorded in Cleveland in 2024.

If anyone has information that could help identify those responsible for Andre Williams’ killing, please contact Cleveland police or the homicide tip line.