Death investigation ongoing after Columbus teen found shot inside apartment complex
A Columbus teen has died following a shooting. Authorities say the death is under investigation.
Authorities responded to the 1700 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, where Virginia Arms apartments are located, following reports of a shooting around 3:20 P.M. on Friday, August 29, 2025.
The victim was transported to a local hospital, but was pronounced deceased shortly thereafter. Muscogee County Coroner Buddy Bryan identified the deceased victim as 17-year-old Victor Hinton.
Hinton will be sent for an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of his death. The investigation by the Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit remains ongoing.
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