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Columbus Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in N. High St Shooting Incident

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Published on April 22, 2025
Columbus Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Suspect in N. High St Shooting IncidentSource: Columbus Division of Police

A recent incident has sparked a search for information as Columbus Police responded to a shooting at a business on N. High St earlier this month. According to a statement by the Columbus Division of Police, the confrontation began when the victim saw an unidentified black male inside his vehicle, who then escaped in a white SUV, and as the vehicle took off, the occupant(s) fired a shot that hit the victim.

The authorities have urged the public to come forward with any details that could aid in identifying and apprehending the suspect involved in the shooting. The plea for assistance is reflected in a social media post that recounts the victim intercepting the individual in his vehicle, only to suffer a gunshot wound as the perpetrator fled the scene. At the same time, those with potential leads can reach out to Detective Braskie directly or offer anonymous tips through the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers line, which might provide a crucial turning point in the investigation.

The incident, which took place on April 13, has particularly unsettled locals due to its violent nature and the brazenness of the confrontation. Community members have been asked to assist law enforcement in their efforts to locate the person or persons responsible for the violence, which occurs too frequently in neighborhoods across the nation. A picture of the person of interest has been disseminated across various media platforms to aid in this pursuit.