Daryl Walker and Della Walker Murder-Suicide in Columbus, Ohio: Columbus, Ohio – Tragedy struck Columbus’ East Side neighborhood on Tuesday, December 3, as police responded to a domestic violence-related incident that claimed the lives of Daryl Walker and Della Walker. Authorities are treating the case as a murder-suicide following the discovery of the couple’s bodies at their home on Carolwood Avenue.
Incident Overview: Murder-Suicide in Columbus
At approximately 9:46 p.m. on Tuesday, Columbus police officers arrived at a residence in the 1200 block of Carolwood Avenue. Inside, officers found 65-year-old Della Walker suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Her husband, 75-year-old Daryl B. Walker, was discovered with a single gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Della Walker was rushed to a local hospital, where she tragically succumbed to her injuries at 10:26 p.m., only 40 minutes after being transported.
Background on Daryl Walker’s History
Daryl Walker, identified as the suspected shooter, had a history of criminal activity, including prior arrests for forgery and burglary. Additionally, he had been involved in a 1999 domestic violence case involving Della Walker, for which he pleaded guilty to an amended charge and received a suspended 60-day jail sentence.
Investigation and Police Appeal for Information
The Columbus Police Department is treating the incident as a murder-suicide and is investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. The police urge anyone with relevant information about the case to contact Detective Journey at (614) 645-4953, the homicide unit at (614) 645-4730, or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-8477.
Conclusion: Remembering Della and Daryl Walker
While details about the motive remain under investigation, the community is left to mourn the tragic loss of Della and Daryl Walker. This incident highlights the critical need for domestic violence awareness and the importance of intervention before it’s too late. Authorities continue to investigate the case, and those with information are encouraged to come forward to help piece together the events leading up to this heartbreaking incident.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please seek support from resources such as the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233).