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E. Canty Homes Murder Investigation

 Thursday, October 31, 2024

***UPDATE***
On October 31, 2024, Dejahn Glenn, 28, was arrested in connection to the deadly shooting that claimed the life of Sekedra McCoy. Glenn is charged with Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime.

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Homicide by Vehicle Arrest

 Wednesday, October 30, 2024

On September 20, 2024, at 9:26 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the area of 5th Avenue and 20th Street in reference to a hit and run involving a vehicle and two pedestrians. One pedestrian, later identified as Robert Norman, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The other pedestrian suffered injuries consistent with being hit by a vehicle.

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Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Arrest

 Wednesday, October 30, 2024

On October 27, 2024, at 1:29 a.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the area of Victory Drive near Benning Road concerning a pedestrian who had been struck by a vehicle that left the scene. The pedestrian, later identified as Anthony Hughley, was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

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WANTED: Jerry Allen, 57

 Monday, October 28, 2024

On Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:40 p.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to a stabbing in the 200 block of 12th
Street (Ralston Tower). Upon arrival, officers discovered the male victim suffering from a stab/puncture wound.

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Columbus Sees Significant Crime Reduction in 2024

 Thursday, October 24, 2024

The Columbus Police Department is pleased to announce a notable drop in several major crime categories for the year-to-date period from January 1, 2024, to October 24, 2024. In addition to the reductions, the department is also achieving impressive clearance rates, outpacing national averages in multiple areas.

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Woman Murdered, Suspect Arrested After Brief Standoff

 Monday, October 21, 2024

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 7:10 a.m., Columbus Police Officers responded to the 6000 block of Flat Rock Road in
reference to a female who was found deceased in a ditch. Upon arrival, officers located the victim (later identified as
Shacoya Baker, 35) with multiple gunshot wounds.

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ARRESTED: Andrew Crowell

 Thursday, October 17, 2024

***UPDATE ***
On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Andrew Crowell was arrested in Henry County, Georgia and extradited to Columbus,
Georgia. He is charged with Murder and Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Crime. Crowell is
scheduled to appear in Recorder’s Court for a preliminary hearing on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.

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ARRESTED: Jadarious Greene

 Tuesday, October 8, 2024

***UPDATE***
On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Jadarious Greene was taken into custody by the U.S, Marshals’ Task Force. He is
scheduled to appear in Recorder’s Court for a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 8 a.m.

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5th Annual River City Motorcycle Rodeo Gears Up for a Cause

 Wednesday, October 2, 2024

The Columbus Police Department and Rally Point Harley-Davidson are excited to present the 5th Annual River City
Motorcycle Rodeo. This event will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Rally Point Harley-Davidson (3230 Williams Road).

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Columbus Police Department to Participate in 2024 National Faith & Blue Weekend

 Wednesday, October 2, 2024

National Faith & Blue Weekend, one of the largest police-community outreach events, returns for its fifth year.
Originating in Georgia, this national event includes activities across the country that unite law enforcement and residents
to foster connections, create mutual understanding, and promote justice and reconciliation. This year’s events will take
place from October 11-14, 2024.

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