Crime
3 killed after shooting near Karns Park in south Columbus
Columbus, Ohio – A tragic shooting on the city’s south side left three individuals dead on Saturday afternoon, according to a dispatcher from Columbus’ public safety department.
The shooting occurred in the 1300 block of South Ohio Avenue, near Karns Park and just off Thurman Avenue.
Officers responded to the scene at approximately 3:50 p.m. following a report of gunfire.
Three individuals were found at the scene and were pronounced dead by 4:00 p.m.
Details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain unclear. Authorities have not yet released information about a potential suspect or motive.
The area near Karns Park is now the focus of an active investigation. Police are working to gather evidence and encourage anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
Residents in the area are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement. Additional updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
If you have information regarding this incident, please contact the Columbus Police Department or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.