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NEWS ARCHIVE / OCTOBER 12–13, 2026

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Drive-by shooting: house and Amazon delivery driver’s car struck

According to Wicked Crimes’ on-scene account, over 15 rounds were exchanged during a drive-by shooting. A house was hit, and an Amazon delivery driver’s car was struck. Both videos show the scene afterward.

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Police response

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Police vehicles with emergency lights behind tape along a residential street.
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A wider nighttime view of police vehicles, officers and tape in front of homes.

Scene perimeter

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Police tape stretches across a nighttime intersection beside a parked vehicle and police SUV.
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Wicked Crimes is independent media based in Columbus, Ohio, founded by James Copas. We bring together field coverage, scene photography, interviews, and conversations about the people affected by crime. Explore the site to follow a story, listen to a podcast, or find the original agency behind a public report.

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For questions about your area, the Columbus crime map displays the city’s published police reports, source coordinates, and report times. The missing-person resources connect readers with official listings. Use the agency’s current poster or notice when checking a case, sharing information, or deciding where to send a tip.

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