Stabbing reported at east Columbus home earlier today
Columbus police are investigating a stabbing Tuesday.
The incident happened shortly after 12:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at a home, located on the corner of Dogwood Drive and Sandra Drive. The home is about 600 feet away from Dimon Magnet Academy.
Crime scene tape appears to have cordoned off the backyard of the home, with at least three officers on scene. Columbus Fire and EMS were on scene.
Due to the proximity of the incident, Dimon Magnet Academy had increased security measures as officers investigated.
It is unclear how serious the stabbing injuries were and it is unclear if any arrests were made.
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