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
Two Children, Ages 9 and 10, Charged in Brutal Assault and Attempted Murder of 5-Year-Old A’Marie Jones in Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Two children, ages 9 and 10, have been formally charged in connection with the brutal assault and attempted murder of a 5-year-old girl A’marie Jones in Cleveland last month, according to the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office.
Prosecutors confirmed that the 9-year-old boy and 10-year-old girl are facing serious felony charges, including attempted murder, rape, felonious assault, kidnapping, and strangulation.
Because of their ages, both suspects are being charged as juveniles.
The alleged attack occurred on September 13 in a field near East 148th Street and St. Clair Avenue, where investigators say the young victim was discovered severely injured.
The child’s mother, Antavia Kennibrew, previously told that her daughter suffered catastrophic injuries, describing the scene as “unbelievable.” Kennibrew said she had dropped her daughter off at a relative’s home near East 145th Street and St. Clair Avenue that day.
At some point, the 5-year-old reportedly wandered out of the house alone before being attacked.
“When I saw her, she was unrecognizable,” Kennibrew said. “Her hair was scalped from her head. She had bruises and blood all over her body. Her eyes were filled with blood, her lips and mouth were swollen and bleeding, and her nails were filled with dirt and debris.”
First responders rushed the child to the hospital for emergency treatment. Officials say she continues to recover but has suffered severe physical, emotional, and psychological trauma. She is now undergoing ongoing therapy and counseling.
Due to the extreme sensitivity of the case and the involvement of minors, the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office has declined to release further details, citing the ongoing investigation and the need to protect the victim’s privacy.
“The investigation remains active,” prosecutors said, noting that authorities are still reviewing evidence and gathering additional information.
Kennibrew says her focus now is on helping her daughter heal:
“I just want her to be able to live like a normal 5-year-old again.”
Cleveland police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the assault.