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Columbus Police Officer Arrested Following Burglary Investigation

 Tuesday, May 27, 2025

On Sunday, May 25, 2025, Columbus Police Officers were dispatched to a residence on Chattsworth Road in response to a reported burglary.

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Old Post Court Death Investigation

 Thursday, May 22, 2025

On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 7:29 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a call in the 6400 block of Old Post Court regarding an unresponsive individual.

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Deadly Stabbing on Broadway, Search for Suspect

 Tuesday, May 20, 2025

The Columbus Police Department is investigating a deadly stabbing that occurred earlier today in the 1300 block of Broadway.

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Assistant Chief Debra Kennedy Retires from CPD, Named New Chief of CSU Police

 Tuesday, May 20, 2025

After 33 years of service to the Columbus Police Department, Assistant Chief Debra Kennedy is retiring from CPD—but not from law enforcement. Kennedy has been selected as the next Chief of Police for Columbus State University.

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Arrest Made in Fraud Case Involving Synovus Bank

 Saturday, May 17, 2025

The Columbus Police Department has made an arrest in a fraud case involving more than half a million dollars in counterfeit checks. William Chadwick Jones, 19, was taken into custody this week after an investigation revealed that he opened a business account with Synovus Bank in January 2025.

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RE-BROADCAST: Lafayette Drive Shooting Investigation

 Tuesday, May 13, 2025

On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, around 9:12 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to reports of shots fired near 64 Lafayette Drive. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim (later identified as Paul Richardson, 35) suffering from a gunshot wound.

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Columbus Police Department Announces Activation of 20 School Zone Speed Enforcement Cameras

 Friday, May 9, 2025

The Columbus Police Department (CPD) has officially activated automated speed enforcement cameras at 20 designated school zones across the city.

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Temporary Downtown Street Closures – Funeral of Councilor Judy Thomas

 Wednesday, May 7, 2025

The funeral service for Columbus City Councilor At-Large, Ms. Judy Thomas, will take place on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at St. Luke Church (1104 2nd Avenue). The service is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m. and conclude at approximately 12:30 p.m.

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Vineville Street Homicide Investigation

 Tuesday, May 6, 2025

On May 6, 2025, around 5:30 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 1000 block of Vineville Street in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male (later identified as David Escobar, 17) suffering from a gunshot wound.

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UPDATE * Cusseta Road Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Injured

 Tuesday, May 6, 2025

On May 6, 2025, the Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit located the Kia Soul used in the murder of
Chastin Hunter at a residence on Hawaii Way. A search warrant was executed at that location, and additional evidence
was seized.

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