One killed in Reese Rd. shooting Saturday afternoon
Columbus police are investigating a deadly shooting Saturday afternoon.
The incident occurred in the 2800 block of Reese Road just off of Macon Road around 12:15 P.M. on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan has confirmed 51-year-old Donnie Hand was pronounced deceased on scene. Hand was shot and killed by another person.
The next of kin has been notified. The Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit and Crime Scene Investigation Division are on scene and investigating.
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