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Police Investigate Deadly Shooting on Miller Road

 Monday, September 2, 2024

On Monday, September 2, 2024 at 2:22 a.m., Columbus Police officers responded to the 5500 block of Miller Road in
reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male (later identified as Brody Birks, 34) suffering from a
gunshot wound. EMS transported Birks to Piedmont Columbus Regional where he succumbed to his injuries.

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Murder of Jabreia Burston

 Wednesday, August 28, 2024

On Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 8:52 p.m. Columbus Police officers responded to the 1400 block of Grove Park Drive
(Grove Park Apartments) in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered a female (later identified as Jabreia
Burston, 24) lying in the parking lot suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

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Arrest Made in Deadly Shooting Investigation

 Monday, August 26, 2024

On June 17, 2024 around 6:13 p.m., officers from the Columbus Police Department were dispatched to the 200 block of 20th Avenue in response to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a male (later identified as Michael Scott, 15) suffering from a gunshot wound.

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Aggravated Assault Suspect Arrested

 Friday, August 16, 2024

On July 29, 2024, at 11:57 p.m., Columbus Police officers responded to a shooting in the area of South Lumpkin Road and Hendrix Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, who reported being shot in both legs after the suspect stole her pistol.

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man killed in stabbing, suspect arrested

 Wednesday, August 14, 2024

On Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 11:46 p.m., Columbus Police officers received a call to South Lumpkin Road and Knox Street concerning a stabbing. Upon arrival, they discovered an SUV stopped in the roadway and a Black male (later identified as Cartez Shanklin, 33) suffering from a stab wound.

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Animal Care & Control Investigation

 Thursday, August 1, 2024

The Columbus Police Department is actively investigating several complaints made by citizens against the Animal Care
& Control (ACC). This investigation is currently in its initial stages and remains ongoing.

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Columbus Police Dept. Partners with RedSpeed, Muscogee County School District to Enhance School Zone Safety

 Tuesday, July 30, 2024

The Columbus Police Department is proud to collaborate with RedSpeed and the Muscogee County School District to implement a comprehensive School Zone Safety Program, marking a significant step forward in ensuring the safety of students and pedestrians. This program is designed to combat the pressing issue of speeding in school zones.

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Columbus Police Department to Host National Night Out 2024

 Friday, July 26, 2024

Join us for an evening of fun, unity, and meaningful connections as the Columbus Police Department hosts National
Night Out 2024 on Tuesday, August 6, 2024.

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Murder of Evan D. Garner

 Friday, July 26, 2024

On July 25, 2024 at 10:46 p.m., Columbus Police officers responded to a residence in the 700 block of Parkhill Drive in
reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered a White male (later identified as Evan Garner, 38) with no signs
of life

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WANTED: DOUBLE CHURCHES ROAD MURDER SUSPECT

 Thursday, July 18, 2024

The Columbus Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating Andrew Crowell, 20, who is wanted in
connection with a homicide that occurred on August 31, 2023.

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