COLUMBUS, OH – A young man’s life was cut short outside a quiet neighborhood home, and more than a year later, his family is still searching for justice.
Detectives say 23-year-old Ian Cousins was murdered outside a residence in the 800 block of Danwood Drive on March 23, 2023.
The case remains unsolved despite extensive investigation and repeated appeals for information from police and loved ones.
Key Points
- Ian Cousins, 23, was fatally shot outside a Danwood Drive home in March 2023.
- Columbus Police continue to investigate but have not identified a suspect.
- Family members and detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Detective urges community to help
Detective Keith O’Connor of the Columbus Division of Police says the case has remained active since the night of the shooting, but crucial information is still missing. Investigators have interviewed witnesses, reviewed surveillance footage, and followed several leads, but none have led to an arrest.
O’Connor emphasized the importance of community cooperation, noting that even small pieces of information could help close the case. “Someone out there knows something,” he said. “We just need them to come forward.”
Family’s plea for closure
Cousins’ family continues to grieve and hopes renewed attention will help bring justice. They’ve asked for the public’s compassion and assistance, appealing directly to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or overheard details in the months that followed.
Relatives describe Ian as a devoted son and friend who had plans for his future cut short by senseless violence. The family’s public statements have become a steady reminder of the human toll behind the statistics of unsolved crimes.
Police seek tips through multiple channels
The Columbus Division of Police is urging anyone with information about the murder to contact Detective O’Connor at 614-645-6132 or via email at koconnor@columbuspolice.org. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).
Investigators stress that any lead, no matter how minor it may seem, could be the key to solving the case and giving the Cousins family the closure they’ve been waiting for.