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Two Charged with Homicide by Vehicle 1st Degree

 Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Two people have been arrested in connection to a deadly hit and run that happened near St. Francis Hospital on Manchester Expressway. The incident claimed the life of a pedestrian, whose identity is being withheld until next of kin has been notified.

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Murder of Josè Rodriguez

 Monday, September 25, 2023

On Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 3:32 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 2000 block of Fort Benning
Road (Right Stop) concerning a person who had been shot. Responding officers discovered a Hispanic male (later
identified as Josè Rodriguez, 23) inside a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound.

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Columbus Police Department to Host 9th Pastor’s Academy

 Wednesday, September 20, 2023

The Columbus Police Department is pleased to announce the upcoming Pastor's Academy scheduled for October and November 2023. This initiative aims to foster a closer relationship between CPD and our faith-based communities. During the 5-week, participants will learn about various police functions to include Recruitment, Crime Prevention, Investigations, Patrol, Support Services, Crime Analysis, and the Office of Professional Standards.

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Teen Killed in Shooting on 8th Street, Suspect Arrested

 Wednesday, September 20, 2023

On Wednesday, September 20, 2023, Camario Carter was taken into custody with the assistance of the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office. Carter is charged with Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime.

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Suspect Arrested: Child Killed, Woman Injured in Shooting

 Tuesday, September 19, 2023

Jacquese Walker has been taken into custody. He is charged with Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime.

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