Crime
Shelter-in-place order for Ohio State University lifted
Suspects are believed to have fled the area.
UPDATE: The shooting incident at 11th and High Streets has been resolved. There are no known victims at this time.
Suspects are believed to have fled the area. The Columbus Police Department remains on patrol with a heavy presence to ensure public safety.
The shelter-in-place order has been lifted. However, we encourage everyone to continue to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Columbus Police Department (CPD).
Columbus, Ohio – A shooting incident has occurred at the intersection of 11th and High Streets. The Columbus Police Department is currently responding to the scene.
Students, faculty, and staff are advised to avoid the area and remain indoors. For your safety, please shelter in place until further notice.
More information will be provided as it becomes available.
Initial reports indicate that the shooting stemmed from an altercation between individuals. However, the specific circumstances surrounding the incident are still under investigation.
Police officers are actively investigating the area both on and off campus.
Please continue to shelter in place. Your safety is our top priority.
Birmingham, Ala. – A Birmingham man lost his life in a single-vehicle crash over the weekend on the city’s southwest side, authorities confirmed.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 31-year-old Langston Jacob Thomas.
The crash occurred at approximately 12:43 a.m. on Sunday in the 2800 block of Wilson Road S.W.
Details regarding the circumstances of the wreck have not yet been released.
Emergency medical personnel transported Thomas to UAB Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased at 1:19 a.m.
The Birmingham Police Department is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash.
Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.