Columbus Division of Police

Join us for our vehicle auction this Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2700 Impound Lot Road. With 180+ vehicles up for grabs, there’s something for everyone!

🕗 Gates open at 8:00 a.m. for viewing and inspection.
📝 Registration starts at 8:30 a.m.
🎉 Live Auction kicks off at 10:00 a.m.

💵 Remember, CASH ONLY, and payments must be made in full by 1:00 p.m. See you there!

You won’t want to miss the 150 Mother March this Saturday, August 17, 2024. Come join us for a special day honoring the victims of violence in our city. Early registration begins at 11 a.m. and the march kicks off at 1 p.m. Let’s come together to remember those victims and heal as a community.

Tuesday was National Night Out! Community organizations all over the city hosted events that connected community members with police officers and city officials. It was a night of fun, food, and unity all in hopes of building a brighter, safer Columbus.

👮🏾📢 Join Us for Coffee & Conversations! ☕️👮🏻

We’re excited to invite you to our next “Coffee & Conversations” event! This women-centered event is a fantastic opportunity to meet some of our female officers, ask questions, and learn more about a career in law enforcement. All are welcome!

📅 Date: August 14th
⏰ Time: 8a-10a
📍 Location: Good Cafe, 4400 Easton Commons Suite 150

Whether you’re considering a career in law enforcement or just want to chat with your local officers, we’d love to see you there!

Bring your questions, enjoy a cup of coffee on us, and let’s connect!

Sign up now for the Columbus Citizen Police Academy! This free program by the Columbus Division of Police is made to enhance community-police relationships, educate about police operations, and address community concerns. Accepted participants will learn about patrol functions, defensive tactics, and officer training over 13 weeks. Classes are held weekly at the Columbus Police Training Academy. Spots are limited and applications are being accepted now. Visit https://bit.ly/4ce70RO to learn more and apply!

A statement from Columbus Division of Police Chief Elaine R. Bryant regarding the police-involved situation that took place last night in the 800 block of Cherryberry Dr.

Don't forget to mark your calendars for September 1, 2024, for the 2nd Annual Rich Street Roar! This family-friendly event will feature exotic cars, custom bikes, and more all while raising money for the Columbus Police Foundation. Do you have a car to show? There is still time to register for the event. Go to www.richstreetroar.com/new-page to register today!

TRAFFIC ALERT
Officers are currently on the scene of a homicide on High Street south of downtown Columbus. High Street, south of Greenlawn Avenue and north of 104, will be closed for an undetermined amount of time. Please plan for alternate routes until the road can be reopened.

Detectives need your help regarding a felonious assault that occurred in the area of Cleveland Avenue and 22nd.

On July 23, 2024, patrol officers were dispatched to the area of Cleveland Ave. and 22nd on the report of a shooting. Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the individual pictured is asked to call Detective Gasaway at (614) 645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477).

UPDATE - 2ND ARREST MADE IN THE HOMICIDE OF ALEXA STAKELY
Following the arrest of the teen involved in the murder of Alexa Stakely, detectives successfully identified and interviewed a second suspect. During the interview, a second juvenile admitted to being present with a third party during the theft of Stakely's Honda. He has been charged with murder for his role in this crime.
Detectives are still working to verify the identity of the third suspect. The third suspect is encouraged to come forward and take responsibility for their actions.
If you have any information on the identity of the suspect, please call Detective Lemmon at 614-645-2558 or the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.

The City of Columbus is currently experiencing an internet and email outage related to a cybersecurity event. As a result, the Columbus Division of Police online records portal is temporarily out of service.
Anyone attempting to file a police report should call our non-emergency line at 614-645-4545.
We appreciate your patience as we work diligently to restore access to all of our public access points.

🎡 Heading to the Ohio State Fair? 🎠 Whether you're enjoying the rides or savoring the new and crazy fair food, we want to ensure a fun and safe experience for everyone. With these tips, you can create wonderful memories at the Ohio State Fair while being proactive about your family's safety!

ARREST MADE IN THE HOMICIDE OF ALEXA STAKELY:
Earlier today, a juvenile was accompanied by his parents to Columbus Police Headquarters where he agreed to be interviewed by detectives. In the interview, he admitted to stealing the vehicle and striking Alexa with her car, causing her death. He has now been charged with murder.
Detectives thank the public for the help they have provided in this case but are still working to identify the other two suspects. These two suspects are encouraged to come forward and take responsibility for their actions that night.
If you have any information on the identity of these suspects, please call Detective Lemmon at 614-645-2558 or the Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.

FOUND SAFE - Matthew Brown-Giamarco, 4, has been found safe. We applaud all CPD personnel who played a part in bringing Matthew home safely. Thank you to everyone in the community who shared his photo and submitted information and tips to ensure his safe recovery.

A statement from the Columbus Division of Police regarding the officer-involved shooting, involving CPD officers, that took place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin this afternoon.

With summer break, teens and young adults are gathering more frequently. They often view unkempt areas and abandoned homes as good places to assemble and party. Anyone should be wary of these spaces, as they often attract crimes of opportunity and threats to public safety. We compiled a few tips to help you navigate the potential hazards of these spaces.

Thank you Public Media for this feature on the great work and dedication the Columbus Police Mounted Unit has exemplified for the past 40 years.

Columbus Police Mounted Unit marks 40 years in the saddle The mounted unit was formed in 1984 under CPD's traffic division. Then-chief Dwight W. Joseph wanted to make police more approachable because people kept trying to flag down police cruisers.

Join us in congratulating the 144th Recruit Class on their graduation from the Columbus Police Academy! These dedicated individuals are now ready to serve and protect the city of Columbus. We are proud of their commitment and know they will make us all proud. Let's show our support for these new officers as they begin their important work in our community.

On July 11, 2024, at 1:27 AM, Columbus Police Officers were called to the 6300 block of Blue Knoll Dr. on a report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle. On arrival, officers found Alexa Stakely, 29, lying in the roadway suffering from traumatic injuries. She was pronounced deceased at approximately 8:43 a.m.

Stakely, a single mother and OSU graduate worked for a local school district as a speech and language pathologist. Stakely also worked a second job as a waitress to support her 6-year-old child. She had finished her shift and was picking her child up from the babysitter’s house.

After placing her sleeping child in her 2022 silver Honda SUV, which was parked just outside the babysitter’s residence, Stakely started her Honda in order to leave. She then realized she needed an item from the babysitter who she met just inside the front door. As she returned to her vehicle it began to back out into the roadway. Stakely was seen running toward her Honda when she was struck and thrown onto the pavement. The Honda was driven through the apartment complex before being abandoned a short distance away. Responding officers located the Honda and recovered the sleeping child, unharmed.

After the incident, two males were seen running past Stakely who was lying in the roadway. They continued running northbound, were observed jumping a fence, and disappeared into a neighboring apartment complex. Earlier that morning, surveillance video caught a group of males looking into apartments in the area of Castenea Way. When confronted, the males proceeded eastbound further into the complex and out of view. Two of these males matched the description of the males seen at the incident.

The map shows the areas and apartment complexes the detectives are specifically interested in. Detectives are asking anyone with video of the incident itself, or persons loitering in the area, to send it via this website https://bit.ly/4eZ0Ojm.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Lemmon at (614) 645-2558 or [email protected] or to call Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS (8477).

This week, the Columbus Division of Police hosted kids ages 9 – 11 at the Columbus Police Academy for the Inspire Sports Police & Fire Camp where they were introduced to all things public safety! Their days at the police academy included introductions to the K-9 unit, Motorcycle Unit, Mounted Unit, and more! They spent the days with officers learning about specialized equipment, techniques, and general safety. We loved hosting this great group of kids and look forward to next year!

Last night, at 7:40pm, officers were dispatched to the 800 block of E. Como Ave. on a shooting. Upon arriving, officers located an adult male suffering from at least one gunshot wound. That male was transported by medics to Grant hospital in critical condition but was later upgraded to stable condition. Detectives filed a Felonious Assault warrant on 31-year-old Shaqille Collins. Mr. Collins was last seen leaving in a white Nissan Altima with dark tinted windows and black rims.

Anyone with information of Mr. Collins' whereabouts is asked to call 911. Mr. Collins should be considered armed and dangerous.

At the end of June, Columbus Police conducted Operation Unity on the far east side of the city, encapsulating neighborhoods like Eastmoor, Shady Lane, Walnut Heights, and other neighborhoods in Zone 2. The operation successfully targeted violent individuals and groups across the city and got deadly weapons and drugs off our streets.

These images are a strong reminder that criminal activities are not tolerated in our city, and those involved will face consequences. Thank you for your dedicated service, sending a strong message that criminals will be brought to justice in Columbus.

July is in full swing and so are the fun, family-friendly events in Columbus. Check out what our city has in store for the rest of this month! So grab your friends and family, and make the most of what Columbus has to offer this summer!