COLUMBUS, Ohio – In the early hours of Monday morning, tragedy struck outside a Waffle House near Ohio State University. Columbus police officers responded to reports of a shooting that resulted in the death of 38-year-old Ronald Diggs. The incident, stemming from a fight inside the restaurant that spilled out onto the street, has left authorities searching for 19-year-old Jaquan Curry, who is now facing a murder charge and remains at large.
Ronald Diggs, a performer known by the stage name King Ry’Yon Shugahbear Tajoure, was in Columbus to participate in an arts district show. Described as passionate about dancing, Diggs had a successful track record in LGBTQ+ pageants. His life was tragically cut short due to circumstances beyond his control, according to close friends who emphasize that he was an innocent victim caught in the wrong place at the wrong time.
As authorities continue their search for the suspect and investigate the events that led to Diggs’ death, the community has been shaken by the loss of a talented and beloved individual. Friends and acquaintances remember Diggs as a vibrant entertainer and a kind-hearted individual who had a promising future ahead of him.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting or the whereabouts of Jaquan Curry is urged to contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the senseless violence that can impact communities and the importance of coming together to prevent such tragedies in the future. The search for justice continues as authorities work to bring closure to those affected by this heartbreaking loss.