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Columbus Police Seek Public Assistance to Identify Suspect in Vehicle Theft and Hit-and-Run Incident

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Published on June 23, 2025
Columbus Police Seek Public Assistance to Identify Suspect in Vehicle Theft and Hit-and-Run IncidentSource: Columbus Division of Police

Columbus Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect linked to a vehicle theft that occurred on June 14. According to a social media post made by the Columbus Division of Police, the incident took place at around 6:54 p.m. when a red 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 was reported stolen from a residence in the 5800 block of Half Moon Ln.

A witness who observed the theft followed the suspect and saw the stolen vehicle crash into a residence located at the 800 block of Westbury Ln. S. The suspect then fled the crash scene on foot. This incident is hoping to gather information that could lead to the identification of the individual involved.

The Columbus Police have provided a contact for tips regarding the suspect's identity. Detective Neely can be reached at 614-645-2047 or via email at [email protected]. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can also be submitted to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).