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Two Arrested Following Narcotics Investigation

 Wednesday, October 22, 2025

The Columbus Police Department’s Special Operations Unit arrested two men following a recent narcotics investigation that led to the seizure of more than 16 pounds of marijuana, two firearms, and cash.

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Arrest Made in Child Sexual Assault Investigation

 Thursday, October 9, 2025

On April 20, 2025, Columbus Police Officers responded to Piedmont Columbus Regional in reference to a reported sexual assault of a child by a family member. The case was assigned to our Special Victims Unit for further investigation.

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Brookstone Boulevard Murder Investigation

 Wednesday, October 8, 2025

***UPDATE*** On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Antanavious Butler, 26, was arrested in connection with the murder of Norman Lane. Our Violent Crimes Unit and Special Operations members took Butler into custody without incident.

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Brookstone Boulevard Murder Investigation

 Wednesday, October 8, 2025

On Monday, October 6, 2025, around 8:16 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a home in the 6200 block of Brookstone Boulevard in reference to a possible burglary.

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One Killed, Another Injured in Juniper Avenue Shooting

 Friday, October 3, 2025

***UPDATE*** On Thursday, October 2, 2025, the Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit obtained warrants for three suspects in the Juniper Avenue shooting.

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Two Arrests Made in Shirley B. Winston Recreation Center Murder Case

 Wednesday, October 1, 2025

***UPDATE***
On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, three additional suspects were arrested in connection with the death of Jacarie Charles. The Columbus Police Department’s Fugitive Unit took the following individuals into custody:

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CPD’s Property Crimes Arrests for September 2025

 Wednesday, October 1, 2025

The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit continues to aggressively investigate and address crimes that directly impact our community’s quality of life. In September 2025 alone, investigators arrested 28 individuals on a combined 220 charges.

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Columbus Police Department Announces Return of Operation Cops & Treats

 Tuesday, September 30, 2025

The Columbus Police Department is excited to announce the return of Operation Cops & Treats, a safe and family - friendly Halloween event for the community. The event will be held on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the west parking lot of the Public Safety Building (510 E 10th Street).

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Columbus Police Investigating Shooting on Susan Lane

 Thursday, September 25, 2025

***UPDATE*** On Thursday, September 25, 2025, Jontay Reynolds turned himself in to police. He is scheduled to appear in Recorder’s Court for a preliminary hearing on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 1:30 p.m.

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Columbus Police Department Participates in Multi-Jurisdictional ‘Operation No Escape’

 Wednesday, September 24, 2025

The Columbus Police Department’s Special Operations Unit joined forces with federal, state, and local partners during ‘Operation No Escape’, a six-week fugitive apprehension initiative that resulted in 177 arrests across Georgia.

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