Detectives issue arrest warrant in connection to Motel 6 triple homicide
Investigators in the Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit have issued arrest warrants for a suspect in the shooting and killing Michael Carter, Sr., Michael Carter, Jr., and Tonya Carter last month at a local hotel. A 4-year-old was also injured in that shooting.
The investigation began when, on February 18, 2023 at 9:09 p.m., officers responded to the Motel 6 in the 3000 block of Victory Drive to investigate a shooting.
Upon arrival, responding officers found Carter, Sr., and Carter, Jr. deceased from gunshot wounds inside a hotel room. Tonya Carter and the child were transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional in critical condition on the night of the shooting. On March 4, 2023, Tonya died from her injuries. The 4-year-old victim has since been released from the hospital.
Jerimiah Walker,19, is wanted for three counts of Murder and two counts of Aggravated Assault.
He is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on this case or Walker’s whereabouts is urged to contact Sgt. D. Baker at 706-225-4296 or [email protected]. Information can also be submitted anonymously via TipSoft: https://bit.ly/3Ie2oOD
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