Man found shot dead in a Monte Carlo remains a mystery to Columbus police

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Another year has passed since the 2021 shooting of a man found dead while sitting in a vehicle in northeast Columbus.

Central Ohio Crime Stoppers is asking for assistance in solving a South Linden homicide in which a man was found suffering from a gunshot wound while sitting in a gold Monte Carlo. Officers found Yahieness Jamaal Dixon on April 18, 2021, in the vehicle parked in an alley behind East 25th Avenue.

Police believe the shooting took place on the south side of the 1300 block of East 25th Avenue, between Medina and Cleveland avenues.

Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for any information leading to the arrest and/or indictment of the person(s) responsible for this crime. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrime.org and submit your tip.