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Columbus Fire Department Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Individual in Fire Investigation

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Columbus Fire Department Seeks Public’s Help Identifying Individual in Fire Investigation

**Columbus, OH** – The Columbus Division of Fire is requesting the public’s assistance following an incident that occurred on Tuesday morning.

On December 10, fire companies responded to a fire report at 2727 Cleveland Avenue around 11:32 a.m. The Columbus Fire and Explosives Investigations Unit is working to identify an individual captured in surveillance footage.

Anyone with information about the individual can contact the Fire and Explosives Investigations Unit at 614-645-3011. A reward of up to $5,000 may be offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

Photos related to this case have been posted by the Columbus Division of Police on their social media page, offering more context for the public.

Columbus Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Robbery and Assault

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Columbus Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Suspects in Robbery and Assault

**Columbus, OH** – The Columbus Division of Police is seeking assistance from the public to identify four individuals captured in images connected to a robbery and assault incident that took place on Thursday, October 17.

At approximately 11:46 PM, three victims disembarked from an Uber on the 1700 block of N. High Street. During this time, one suspect attempted to communicate with a female victim, subsequently throwing an object at her and shouting. Another victim who intervened faced physical assault from the four suspects, resulting in him being punched and kicked until he collapsed.

Property was forcibly removed from the victims, with one victim’s belongings being kicked down the sidewalk. Another victim sustained a head injury, allegedly from a tire iron attack, while trying to intervene. The injured parties were later transported to OSU Hospital with serious head lacerations.

Central Ohio Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for tips leading to the suspects’ arrest or indictment. Tips can be submitted anonymously by contacting Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477).

Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Tire Slashing Suspect

Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Tire Slashing Suspect

**Linden, NJ** – Detectives are seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect believed to have slashed the tires of nearly two dozen vehicles in Linden and Roselle over the past week.

The suspect is described as a Black or Hispanic male in his 20s, standing between 5’6″ and 5’10”, and weighing approximately 150 pounds.

Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Linden Police Detective Maria Mercado at (908) 474-8536 or Roselle Police Detective Luis Vega at (908) 245-9200. Information can also be sent via email to mmercado@lpdnj.org or lvega@rosellepd.com.

Additionally, tips can be shared anonymously by emailing crimetips@lpdnj.org.

Newark Officials Request Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

Newark Officials Request Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

**Newark, NJ** – The Newark Department of Public Safety is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects connected to a robbery that took place on October 27.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:55 a.m. on the 200 block of Park Avenue near 6th Street. A man waiting for a taxi was accosted by three individuals who stole his necklace, took $400 cash, and physically assaulted him before absconding northbound on North 6th Street.

Detectives have described the suspects as three Black males. Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda has called for anyone with relevant information to reach out.

Individuals with information can contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or submit tips via the Police Division’s website at www.newarkpublicsafety.org. Tips are anonymous, confidential, and could lead to a reward.