Community marches for peace after South Linden father's death

Published
June 16, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Columbus, Ohio
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Incident type
Shooting

Summary

Shooting Columbus Ohio in Columbus, Ohio: Avante Copeland, 22, was shot and killed outside a store in South Linden early Saturday morning. A memorial and march were held Monday evening to honor him and call for violence prevention.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Avante Copeland Unknown Fatal
Unnamed victim Unknown Injured
Michael Lunsford Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

Community marches for peace after South Linden father's death

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