Columbus Murder Case Update: Arrests Made in 2021 Killing
Columbus Woman Celebrates Progress in Son’s 2021 Killing
More than four years after the tragic loss of her son, a Columbus mother says justice is finally within reach. Two suspects have now been arrested and charged in connection with the 2021 killing of 29-year-old Keishawn Riley.
Keishawn was fatally shot in May 2021 outside the Columbus Square Bowling Palace, an incident that occurred in broad daylight and shocked the local community. His mother, Keisha Riley, says the long wait for accountability has been emotionally exhausting, but she never lost hope.
“For four years, I held onto the belief that my son would get justice,” Riley said, adding that this stage of the process is allowing her to finally grieve in ways she couldn’t before.
In 2022, one suspect, Ellis Caldwell, was arrested and charged, but the case was later dismissed. Rather than discouraging her, Riley says the setback strengthened her resolve. She remained in constant communication with investigators, regularly following up with detectives and urging collaboration with prosecutors.
Court records now show that Caldwell has been rearrested, along with a second suspect, Andre Stromer, who is facing a murder charge. Riley described the new arrests as overwhelming but reassuring, saying authorities appeared to pursue the case more thoroughly this time.
With renewed progress in her son’s case, Riley says she is now focused on helping other families navigating similar tragedies. From launching online petitions to creating a YouTube channel, she has worked tirelessly to keep her son’s name in the public eye and advocate for justice.
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