Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Marijuana Grow Operation

Tuesday, January 07, 2025

On January 5, 2025, Columbus Police Officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Illges Road and Carver Street, resulting in the discovery of an illegal marijuana grow operation.
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Canaan Drive Shooting Investigation

Tuesday, January 07, 2025

***UPDATE*** An arrest has been made in the double shooting on Canaan Drive. The incident happened on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
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Columbus Police Department Mourns the Passing of Former Police Chief Jim Wetherington

Monday, January 06, 2025

The Columbus Police Department is deeply saddened to announce the passing of former Police Chief Jim Wetherington, who passed away earlier today.
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Arrest Made in April 2024 Murder Investigation

Tuesday, December 31, 2024

The Columbus Police Department has made an arrest in connection with a deadly shooting that happened earlier this year in the 3100 block of Victory Drive.
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Narcotics Seized in Drug Bust, Two Arrested

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

On November 24, 2024, the Columbus Police Department’s Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in the 3800 block of Gurley Drive, uncovering a methamphetamine distribution operation.
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Columbus Police Department Unveils Heritage Center

Monday, November 25, 2024

The Columbus Police Department is proud to announce the opening of the Heritage Center located inside the Public Safety Building. It is a space dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of our department and its connection to the Columbus community.
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