BREAKING: Deadly shooting reported at Motel 6 on Victory Dr.
Columbus police are investigating a deadly shooting at a local motel.
The shooting occurred at the Motel 6 located in the 3000 block of Victory Drive.
Reports of a police presence began coming in around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Police say one person was killed and a suspect is in custody.
An active crime scene has been established.
The investigation remains ongoing by the Columbus Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit.
This is a developing story.
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