Here is a summary of recent crime incidents in Columbus, Ohio, that the public should be aware of:
- On September 5, 2025, a shooting occurred on Bay Avenue resulting in an 18-year-old female victim suffering a gunshot wound. The Columbus Police Department has arrested five suspects linked to the case following intensive investigations by the Violent Crimes Unit.
- Multiple arrests have been made in connection with a series of stolen vehicles and entering auto thefts around the city. One stolen vehicle used in several crimes was reported early on September 9, 2025.
- The Property Crimes Unit arrested three individuals facing charges involving fraudulent activity, drug possession, and a stolen firearm as of September 10, 2025.
- A newborn baby was tragically found abandoned in a dumpster near the Budgetel on Victory Drive on September 2, 2025. The infant was taken to Piedmont Columbus Regional and remains in intensive care. The Special Victims Unit is investigating the case.
- Several shootings were recorded in late August and early September across Columbus, including incidents on Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Northside Industrial Blvd, and Steam Mill Road, causing heightened concerns for public safety.
- On September 19, 2025, Columbus police officers discharged their firearm in a pursuit involving a suspect armed with a gun who refused to comply with commands and posed a threat during a foot chase. The suspect was apprehended and transported to a hospital in stable condition.
- Separate tragic news includes the death of a 3-year-old boy from a self-inflicted shooting inside a residence. The incident is under investigation and has led to charges against the mother for involuntary manslaughter.
The Columbus Police Department continues efforts to address various criminal activities, including human trafficking, underage tobacco sales, and violent crimes, through coordinated specialized units.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed through official City of Columbus Police Department news releases and cooperate with law enforcement to enhance community safety.
Sources
(https://www.columbusga.gov/police/News/News-Releases)
(https://www.centralohiocrimestoppers.org)
(https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Media/News-Releases/September-2025/Columbus-West-Side-Criminal-Organization-Indicted)
(https://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/3-year-old-boy-ohio-shoots-self-mom-charged/)
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoX2UE57Zfo)
