Columbus Police arrest suspect in June 17th deadly shooting of teenager
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Columbus police have made an arrest in connection to a deadly shooting in mid June of 2024.
The shooting occurred on June 17, 2024, in the 200 block of 20th Avenue. 15-year-old Michael Scott was found suffering from a gunshot wound at the location. Scott was immediately transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional hospital, where he tragically succumbed to his injuries.
The Violent Crimes Unit was promptly called to the scene to lead the investigation.
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“During the course of their inquiries, detectives identified Emauri Pippens, 18, as a suspect in the case. Following this development, arrest warrants were issued for Pippens on charges of Involuntary Manslaughter and Reckless Conduct,” police said.
The Columbus Police Department’s Fugitive Unit successfully apprehended Pippens on his outstanding warrants on August 26, 2024. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Muscogee County Jail.
Pippens is scheduled to have a preliminary hearing in Recorder’s Court on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at 9 a.m.
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