WANTED: 30-year-old man wanted on murder, armed robbery charges in Columbus
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- Police seek 30-year-old Dekevious Javez Neal for June murder of Jay'Veon Bell and armed robbery.
- Two other suspects already arrested; public urged to contact detective with information about Neal's whereabouts.
The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a 30-year-old man wanted in connection with the June killing of 21-year-old Jay’Veon Bell.
Police have identified the wanted suspect as Dekevious Javez Neal, 30, who has active warrants charging him with murder, armed robbery and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime.
According to the Columbus Police Department, officers responded on June 22, 2026, to the area of 31st Avenue and Delta Street in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived, they found Bell deceased inside a vehicle.
The department’s Violent Crimes Unit took over the investigation.
Two other suspects, Waquay Harris, 26, and Tristan Cook, 19, were previously arrested and charged in connection with Bell’s death.
Both Harris and Cook were charged with murder, armed robbery, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
The department has not announced Neal’s arrest and is continuing to seek information about his whereabouts.
Anyone who knows where Neal may be located is urged to contact Detective Bobby Jackson with the Columbus Police Department at 706-225-4409 or by email at [email protected].
Tips can be provided anonymously.
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