Columbus police are investigating a reported shooting on Eakin Road that pulled officers into a west-side neighborhood late Sunday night. Details are still thin, and authorities have not released information about possible injuries, suspects, or a motive. The area stayed blocked off while investigators worked to secure the scene and talk with witnesses.
According to WSYX/ABC6, officers described the situation as developing after they were called to the scene. The station noted that only limited information was available at the time of its report. This story will be updated if Columbus police release additional details.
Recent Gun Violence On Eakin Road
Eakin Road cuts through Columbus's Hilltop and west-side neighborhoods and has been the setting for multiple shootings in recent months. In February, a juvenile was rushed to Nationwide Children's Hospital after a pre-dawn shooting on Eakin Road. Residents and local groups have since called for increased patrols and more outreach in the area following the string of violent incidents.
How To Help Investigators
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Columbus Division of Police non-emergency line at 614-645-4545, listed on the city's website at Columbus Division of Police, or to call Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477. In emergencies, dial 911. Tips can be submitted anonymously, and Crime Stoppers may offer a reward for information that leads to an arrest.
The investigation remains active, and Columbus police are asking anyone with video or other potentially helpful information to come forward. This article will be updated as authorities release more details.
