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Pedestrian killed after hit by two cars in east Columbus identified
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A man struck by two vehicles on Columbus’ far east side, where both drivers left the fatal scene, has been identified. Columbus police said that 66-year-old James Brusenhan was the man who died after two cars struck and killed him on East Broad Street in the early hours of Friday, April […]
Ohio theft ring appears to be part of larger issue: Law enforcement
Central Ohio law enforcement officials claim organized retail theft has seemingly increased in recent years, with a recent investigation unveiling a unique shoplifting ring with local convenience stores as the culprit.
Police release photos of burglary suspect in north Coumbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus police released surveillance photos of a suspect connected to a burglary in north Columbus. The burglary happened in the 3500 Block of Olentangy River Road on March 16, according to the statement from Columbus police. ALSO | Woman accused of stealing over $1,000 worth...
Cops in cuffs: Here are central Ohio law enforcement officers charged with crimes in 2024
Instead of putting handcuffs on accused criminals, several local police officers have had the handcuffs put on their wrists. Thus far in 2024, at least four Columbus police officers have been arrested and charged with crimes ranging from domestic violence to drug trafficking. Here's a look at what local law...
See which Family Dollar stores in central Ohio are among those closing around the state
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Six local Family Dollar locations will close after its parent company announced plans to shut down hundreds of stores nationwide. About 600 Family Dollar stores will close in the first half of fiscal 2024, the company announced in March. An additional 370 stores will be shut down as leases expire over […]
Person shot in east Columbus, hospitalized
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — One person is in the hospital after being shot in east Columbus on Saturday afternoon. Columbus police were called to the 1600 block of Lonsdale Road just after 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. A person was found shot and was taken to Mount Carmel East. Authorities...
Juvenile hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A child is recovering at Nationwide Children’s Hospital after being shot multiple times on the city’s west side late Sunday night. According to a Columbus police incident report, officers were called to the area of South Central Avenue and West Mound Street after receiving reports of a shooting at 11:07 p.m. […]
Ohio commander on leave after ‘reckless homicide’ at corrections training academy
ORIENT, Ohio (WCMH) – The fatal shooting of a lieutenant at a Corrections Training Academy in Pickaway County is being classified as a reckless homicide. According to an Ohio State Highway Patrol incident report, the fatal shooting of Rodney Osborne is being considered a reckless homicide, a third-degree felony. The redacted report does not reveal […]
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