COLUMBUS, OH – Columbus police officers were fired on while breaking up a crowd at an illegal street race and car rally in the city on Saturday.
Now, the Columbus Division of Police is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an individual and the owners of two vehicles involved in an illegal street racing event that occurred in north Columbus last weekend.
The incident took place near the intersection of Indianola Ave. and E. Cook Rd.
During the event, officers attempted to disperse the crowd, but shots were fired toward them.
The Columbus Police Felony Assault Unit is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (614) 645-4141. Alternatively, tips can be submitted to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS.