# Tragic Birthday Shooting on Put-in-Bay | Cleveland News

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Podcast: [Cleveland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/cleveland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564363)
Published: 2026-07-25T14:50:19+00:00
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A beloved father of four and devoted husband, Robert Russell, was fatally shot just after midnight on Put-in-Bay as he celebrated his upcoming 40th birthday with his wife — marking the first homicide on the island in over a decade. The 21-year-old suspect, Colton Smith, now faces murder charges and a $1 million bond. As authorities dig into the motive, Russell’s family finds solace in community support, including a GoFundMe that’s surpassed $33,000 toward a $40,000 goal. The case, set for a July 31 preliminary hearing, has shaken this peaceful tourist haven — and left a community grieving a life cut tragically short. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/222d396c1a3c66d2

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