Juvenile Arrested in Calvary Christian School Threat Investigation
Monday, January 13, 2025
On January 9, 2025, at 8:03 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a report of a school threat. The investigation began after a Calvary Christian School student received a text message referencing a potential threat.
CPD Seeks Public Assistance in 2021 Homicide Investigation
Wednesday, January 08, 2025
On Sunday, November 7, 2021, Columbus Police Officers responded to a call regarding an unresponsive person in the area of 12th Avenue and 20th Street. Upon arrival, officers found Malik Easton, 28, deceased from multiple gunshot wounds.
Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Marijuana Grow Operation
Tuesday, January 07, 2025
On January 5, 2025, Columbus Police Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Illges Road and Carver Street,
resulting in the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation.
Canaan Drive Shooting Investigation
Tuesday, January 07, 2025
***UPDATE*** An arrest has been made in the double shooting on Canaan Drive. The incident happened on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
Columbus Police Department Mourns the Passing of Former Police Chief Jim Wetherington
Monday, January 06, 2025
The Columbus Police Department is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Police Chief Jim Wetherington, who passed away earlier today.
Arrest Made in April 2024 Murder Investigation
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
The Columbus Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a deadly shooting that happened earlier this year in the 3100 block of Victory Drive.
Narcotics Seized in Drug Bust, Two Arrested
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
On November 24, 2024, the Columbus Police Department’s Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in the 3800 block of Gurley Drive, uncovering a methamphetamine distribution operation.
Columbus Police Department Unveils Heritage Center
Monday, November 25, 2024
The Columbus Police Department is proud to announce the opening of the Heritage Center located inside the Public Safety Building. It is a space dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of our department and its connection to the Columbus community.