Wayne Franklin Frank Smoot, 72, died of gunshot wounds on May 1, 2024, in Mechanicsburg, Ohio. The community knew him well, and his death has been described as the result of gun violence.

Smoot’s passing has prompted concern about safety in the area and brought an outpouring of tributes from friends and family. The investigation is ongoing and authorities are seeking information about the circumstances and motive.

If anyone has information about Frank Smoot, the shooting, or saw anything in Mechanicsburg around May 1, please share what you know.