LaGrange police investigating brutal assault of elderly man on Turner Street
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- 67-year-old man severely assaulted on Turner Street in LaGrange, airlifted to Columbus hospital with head and face injuries.
- Police seek black male suspect, late 30s to early 40s with dreadlocks, last seen wearing white shirt and gray sweatpants.
Authorities are investigating a violent assault that left a 67-year-old man seriously injured Saturday evening in LaGrange.
According to the LaGrange Police Department, officers responded to a call at approximately 8:15 p.m. on March 29, 2026, at 121 Turner Street regarding a person injured during a fight. Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from severe injuries to his head and face.
Due to the extent of his injuries, the victim was airlifted to a hospital in the Columbus area for emergency treatment. At the time of transport, he was unable to provide a statement to investigators.
The department’s Criminal Investigations Division was called to the scene and has since launched an investigation into the assault. Witnesses reported that a black male suspect was seen violently attacking the victim, repeatedly punching and stomping on his head while he lay motionless on the ground.
The suspect is described as a black male in his late 30s to early 40s, with dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing a white shirt and gray sweatpants and was reportedly walking toward the 150 block of Turner Street following the incident.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward. Individuals can contact Detective D. Horseman at 706-883-2658.
Those wishing to remain anonymous may submit tips through the Tip411 system via the mobile app, online portal, or by texting the keyword “LAGRANGE” to 847411. Authorities emphasize that these methods allow the public to provide information confidentially and securely.
This investigation remains ongoing.
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