Multiple people shot in incident on Urban Avenue overnight in Columbus
An officer involved shooting is under investigation as gunfire erupted at a party around 1:36 A.M. on May 29, 2022.
Officers were dispatched to the area of Urban Avenue at Norton Street for multiple calls regarding gunfire at 1:36 in the morning. When they arrrived, one of Columbus Police Department’s officers engaged a suspect who was armed with a firearm. The officer discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.
The suspect was transported by ambulance to Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Hospital for treatment.
At least 3 others were seen being treated by officers, but only one injured party showed up to Piedmont Columbus Regional by private vehicle. The injured party was a teen girl and is in stable condition. It is unknown if the two others went to another hospital or not.
Chief Freddie Blackmon requested the Georgia Bureau of Investigation respond to investigate the officer involved shooting incident.
The Columbus Police Department’s Office of Professional Standards responded to the scene and will conduct an administrative investigation. Consistent with Columbus Police Department policy, the officer will be placed on administrative leave during the investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Detective E. Rosado at (706) 225-4328 or email at [email protected]. To anonymously provide information about any crime in Columbus, call 706-653-3188
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