Yesterday, In the early hours, Columbus Police responded to a reported shooting on Olentangy River Road, where they discovered a victim with a gunshot wound. The victim, who has not been named, was found suffering from a single gunshot wound to the left side, with the current medical report indicating survival is expected, according to the Columbus Division of Police.
The incident, which broke the silence of night at around 2:00 a.m., drew law enforcement to the 3500 block of the road above. The scene now sits as a stark reminder of the violence that sporadically tears at the fabric of our community's sense of safety; investigators are piecing together the moments that led up to the shooting, and the hunt for the perpetrator is on. The Columbus Police Felony Assault Unit has taken charge of the investigation, with Detective Justin Jones as the lead, and they are urging anyone with information to come forward.
For those in the know or those who believe they might assist in shedding light on this event, Detective Jones can be contacted at 614-645-4373—a direct line to someone who spends their days untangling these webs of crime. Furthermore, Columbus Police have provided an avenue for anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477), hoping that someone might step forward from the shadows to aid in justice being served.
