A Columbus man has admitted to the fatal shootings that occurred outside a bar in the city last year, accepting charges that could lead to a life behind bars. Jonathan Pigram, 38, entered a plea of guilty to murdering Cornet Powell and Dawn Dunn, both 41, along with two counts of attempted murder and a separate charge of weapons under disability, per the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office. The violent incident unfolded at a pub on Cleveland Avenue on March 1, 2023, and prosecutors are pushing for a life sentence with the opportunity for parole after 52 years.
In a follow-up to the case, details provided by WBNS reveal that the victims were confronted outside Cheers Too, where Pigram commenced firing, resulting in casualties. The attack, which did not stem from any known prior acquaintance between the shooter and the victims, also led to another individual being injured, a bullet striking one in the face. Pigram faced charges in the Franklin County court, where the nature of his crimes was bare.
Additional reports from NBC4i highlighted that at the time of his apprehension, Pigram was found in the parking area of the establishment, armed and trying to hide behind a vehicle. Notably, the man was under house arrest and sporting an ankle monitor when the shooting occurred. This detail underscores the disturbing fact that such monitoring did not prevent the tragedy.
