Gun snatched from columbus business

Gun Snatched from Columbus Business

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January 4, 2024
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COLUMBUS, OH – A theft incident occurred on December 8th, at approximately 5:48 pm, in a local business situated in the 1300 block of Sullivant Avenue, Columbus, where a suspect stole a handgun.

The individual entered the business and took the handgun that was left unattended on the counter. The suspect then promptly fled the scene through the front doors. No further details about the suspect’s appearance or identity have been released at this time.

Columbus Police Property Crimes Detective McCotter is leading the investigation and has requested public assistance to gather information about this incident. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Detective McCotter directly at 614-724-4629 or via email at bmccotter@columbuspolice.org.

For those wishing to provide information anonymously, they can do so by reaching out to Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477). The Columbus Police Department emphasizes the importance of community involvement in helping to solve this crime and ensure public safety.

Gun snatched from columbus business
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