Gunfire cut through the Short North arts district on Saturday night, sending multiple Columbus police units racing to the busy intersection of East 4th Street and North High Street. Authorities reported no injuries or fatalities, and detectives canvassed the block for witnesses while officers combed the area for evidence and checked for any usable video footage. A heavy police presence held at the scene as the investigation unfolded.
According to ABC6, officers arrived quickly at East 4th and North High on Saturday evening and launched an initial investigation into the reported shots. The station also noted that the Short North Alliance says overall property and violent crime rates in the neighborhood have declined, even as late-night incidents have ticked up.
Short North Alliance Steps Up Late-Night Patrols
The Short North Alliance highlights several safety programs on its website, including ambassador services and an overnight hotline, and it notes extra support on the ground from late Thursday through Sunday nights. The group’s online information says the additional coverage and hotline are in place to assist businesses and visitors during peak hours, according to the Short North Alliance.
Recent Incidents and Community Concern
The Short North has seen a run of late-night disturbances in recent months, with local coverage tracking everything from altercations outside clubs to a May shooting that wounded a security guard. Documented the May incident and the neighborhood debate over weekend safety, and police are urging anyone with information about Saturday’s shots to contact the Columbus Division of Police, according to ABC6.
