A shooting incident occurred in Columbus, Ohio, leaving ten people injured. The suspect is still at large and was last seen wearing all black clothing. He was driving a white four-door Honda Civic with tinted windows.
The shooting took place in the Short North neighborhood of Columbus around 2:30 am on Sunday, according to police reports from both the Columbus Police Division and 10TV. The incident occurred at various points on North High Street.
Ten victims were injured, ranging from 16 to 27 years old. One adult remains in critical condition while the other nine are stable and expected to survive.
The suspect was described as a male wearing all black clothing who entered a white four-door Honda Civic with tinted windows before fleeing the scene. Police pursued the vehicle on North 4th Street and Interstate 670 but lost it near the Grandview exit.
Authorities are asking for any information related to the shooting or suspect. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Columbus Police Detective Jones at 614-645-4373 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-645-4749.
The Columbus shooting marks the sixth mass shooting in Ohio this month, according to data from the Gun Violence Archive.
Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther urged community members to come forward with tips and information to help hold the perpetrators accountable. He also called for parents to enforce curfews and keep their children safe. The mayor expressed his concern over the increasing gun violence in Columbus and demanded action from state and federal governments to keep guns off the streets.
The Short North Arts District is a popular tourist destination known for its vibrant arts scene, galleries, restaurants, bars, and nightlife. It is located in downtown Columbus.
