Old Leonard Avenue turned into an active investigation scene Wednesday evening after Columbus police responded to a call and found a person who was later pronounced dead. Homicide detectives quickly took over, and officials have kept a tight lid on details as they work through what happened.
Neighbors reported heavy police presence in the area while officers went door to door looking for witnesses. So far, authorities have not released the person’s identity or said how they died.
What we know
Officers were dispatched to an address on Old Leonard Avenue at 5:16 p.m., and a person was pronounced at 5:36 p.m., according to CW Columbus. The outlet reports that homicide detectives are assigned to the case and that no additional public information has been released.
Emergency units stayed on scene as detectives documented the area and gathered evidence, while the department maintained a tight perimeter around the address.
Where this happened
Old Leonard Avenue runs through the east side of Columbus and includes a mix of homes and community-focused services, with city references noting multiple addresses along the stretch. The Columbus Division of Police states that its Homicide Bureau leads death investigations and that victim services are available to affected families, per the City of Columbus. Officials have not indicated whether nearby businesses or schools were impacted.
How to help
Anyone with information, video, or photos that might assist detectives is urged to contact Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477 or submit an anonymous tip online, according to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers. Police typically include a homicide contact line in media releases, and people with direct tips can also reach investigative offices through the city’s police contact page.
This is a developing story and will be updated as officials release more details.
