COLUMBUS, OH- The Columbus Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place on Monday night in the area of West Broad Street and North Warren Avenue.
Officers were dispatched to the area on reports of a shooting. When they arrived, officers found the 16-year-old victim suffering a gunshot wound to his lower body. He was transported to a local area hospital in stable condition.
“The victim stated that he had no idea what happened when he heard a friend yell “watch out” and then
his leg was burning,” according to police. “The victim saw a vehicle drive away fast but couldn’t describe it.”
This incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call
the Columbus Police Felony Assault Unit at 614-645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-
TIPS (8477).
