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.
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.
Columbus Police Department Announces Activation of 20 School Zone Speed Enforcement Cameras
Friday, May 09, 2025
The Columbus Police Department (CPD) has officially activated automated speed enforcement cameras at 20 designated school zones across the city.
Temporary Downtown Street Closures – Funeral of Councilor Judy Thomas
Wednesday, May 07, 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.
UPDATE * Cusseta Road Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
Tuesday, May 06, 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.
Vineville Street Homicide Investigation
Tuesday, May 06, 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.
Cusseta Road Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Injured
Monday, May 05, 2025
On May 5, 2025, around 2:39 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 3700 block of Cusseta Road in reference to a shooting.
Murder Investigation Underway Following Hit-and-Run Call
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
On April 28, 2025, around 5:28 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a hit and run in the 3000 block of Williams Road (Summit Pointe Apartments). A white SUV struck a parked vehicle before leaving the scene.
Suspect Arrested for Two Smoke Shop Robberies
Monday, April 28, 2025
A suspect is in custody following two separate robberies at local smoke shops. On Thursday, April 24, 2025, Columbus Police Officers responded to the 5000 block of Lakeshore Road (101 Smoke Shop) in reference to an armed robbery.
Deadly Shooting Investigation
Monday, April 28, 2025
***UPDATE*** Preliminary investigation revealed Calvin Johnson, 37, was the driver of the vehicle during the incident. On April 25, 2025, Johnson was taken into custody and charged with Murder (Party to a Crime).