COLUMBUS — Two people have been arrested after a shooting on Hamilton Road in Columbus left a victim with gunshot wounds, police say.
What’s Happening: Columbus police say officers arrived at the 5200 block of Hamilton Road at about 1:43 a.m. on June 1 after reports of a shooting. They found a victim who had been shot.
Who Was Arrested: Police say two people face charges in connection with the shooting:
Ronald Forsyth faces charges of drive-by shooting, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, which means he is accused of having a gun despite a prior felony conviction. Reality Forsyth faces charges of drive-by shooting and aggravated assault.
What’s Important: Columbus police say more arrests are possible. The investigation is being handled by the department’s Violent Crimes Unit.
The Path Forward: Because police say additional arrests are pending, the case is still active. The condition of the shooting victim has not been released.
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