Crime
Columbus Police Identify Two Victims in Fatal Apartment Complex Shooting
Columbus, OH – The Columbus Division of Police has identified the two men who were fatally shot at a southeast Columbus apartment complex on Wednesday afternoon.
Authorities responded to a report of gunfire shortly after 4:35 p.m. in the 4100 block of Blakewell Lane East.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two male victims suffering from gunshot wounds inside the apartment.
According to a public safety dispatcher, a woman arrived at the residence and found both men unresponsive.
Emergency personnel pronounced one victim deceased at 4:41 p.m., while the second individual was transported to Mount Carmel East Hospital in critical condition.
Despite life-saving efforts, the second victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at 5:04 p.m.
The victims have been identified as 42-year-old Antwan Lewis and 31-year-old Harol Forrest III.
At this time, authorities have not released any suspect information, and it remains unclear what led to the shooting.
The Columbus Police Homicide Unit has taken over the investigation.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
Individuals can contact the Columbus Police Homicide Unit at 614-645-4730 or provide anonymous tips through Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).
This is a developing investigation, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.