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Search for Parking Lot Shooting Suspects

 Friday, August 1, 2025

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, at approximately 8:17 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 3400 block of Macon Road in reference to an assault involving gunfire.

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One Killed, Another Injured in Juniper Avenue Shooting

 Friday, August 1, 2025

On Sunday, July 27, 2025, at approximately 1:10 a.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a report of a shooting in the 2600 block of Juniper Avenue. Upon arrival, two female victims were located with gunshot wounds—one at the scene and another inside a vehicle on nearby Japonica Drive.

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Four Suspects Charged in March Homicide

 Thursday, July 31, 2025

On March 29, 2025, Columbus Police Officers responded to a residence in the 1100 block of Curtis Street in reference to an individual who had been assaulted. Responding officers discovered a male (later identified as Topher MacQuire, 53) conscious and complaining of chest pain.

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Speed Camera Enforcement Begins August 4th in Muscogee County School Zones

 Monday, July 28, 2025

Beginning Monday, August 4, 2025, all school zones in the Muscogee County School District with active speed enforcement cameras will begin issuing citations. Warnings will no longer be given in the 20 active school zones.

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Vineville Street Death Investigation

 Tuesday, July 22, 2025

***UPDATE*** On Monday, July 21, 2025, Madison Bunch, 17, was arrested in connection to the shooting death of David Escobar. She was taken into custody in Harris County by CPD’s Fugitive Unit with the assistance of Harris County Sheriff’s Office.

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Stone Way Drive Shooting Investigation

 Tuesday, July 22, 2025

On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, around 5:54 a.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a shooting in the 6100 block of Stone Way Drive. Upon arrival, they located a male victim (later identified as Hernandez Hubbard II, 21) inside the residence suffering from a gunshot wound.

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Man Killed in Hearthstone Drive Shooting, Suspect Arrested

 Wednesday, July 16, 2025

On July 3, 2025, at approximately 4:27 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a shooting in the 4800 block of Hearthstone Drive. Upon arrival, they located a male (later identified as Jaques Banks, 21) deceased in the front yard.

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Statement from the Columbus Police Department Regarding Incident on Broadway

 Monday, July 7, 2025

On Friday, July 4, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Columbus Police Officers observed multiple fireworks—including large mortar-style fireworks and Roman candles—being discharged directly toward families and patrons dining outside at a restaurant on Broadway.

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Welfare Check Leads to Murder Investigation, Suspect Arrested

 Sunday, July 6, 2025

On Saturday, July 6, 2025, around 5: 27 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 400 block of 20th Avenue in reference to a welfare check. Responding officers discovered a female (later identified as Mozelle Barbee, 53) deceased from a gunshot wound.

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Man Killed in Reese Road Shooting, Suspect Arrested

 Sunday, July 6, 2025

On Saturday, July 5, 2025 around 12:15 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 2800 block of Reese Road in
reference to a shooting. Responding officers discovered a male (later identified as Donnie Hand, 51) deceased from a
gunshot wound.

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