The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit launched a shoplifting initiative in June 2026 to address retail theft and build stronger working relationships with local retailers. The effort comes ahead of the holiday shopping season, when stores often see an increase in theft. 

On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, Joseph Griswold was extradited to Columbus, Georgia, from the Russell County Jail in Alabama, where he was being held on unrelated charges. Griswold was extradited to face a murder charge in connection with the death of Lawrence Perry. 

On Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 3:21 a.m., Columbus Police Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd regarding a dispute between neighbors

On Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 3:21 a.m., Columbus Police Officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd regarding a dispute between neighbors

The Columbus Police Department and Rally Point Harley-Davidson will host the 7th Annual River City Motorcycle Rodeo on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at Rally Point Harley-Davidson (3230 Williams Road). Gates open at 9 a.m. 

Tararus Toliver, 24, has been arrested in connection with the deadly shooting that occurred Wednesday, September 16, 2026, in the 3000 block of Victory Drive (Motel 6).

Two arrests have been made in connection with the deadly shooting of Davon Wallace Grimes, 34.

On Wednesday, September 9, 2026, the Columbus Police Department’s Fugitive Unit arrested Richard Upshaw III. The following day, the Fugitive Unit, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service, arrested Allen Williams.

The Columbus Police Department invites the community to a farewell celebration honoring Chief Stoney Mathis on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Public Safety Building (510 10th
Street).

On Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 7:01 p.m., Columbus Police Officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of Shelby  Street in reference to a shooting.