1 dead, 2 injured in Columbus shooting Friday

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A victim in a south Columbus shooting has died due to his injury, Coroner Buddy Bryan says. On Monday, August 15, Sgt. Evrard said officers were called to the scene on Eddy Drive at 1:30 a.m. The victim, 19-year-old Keith Johnson, suffered from headshot wounds and...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Police Department and Georgia Bureau of Investigation are currently on the scene of a death investigation at Edgewood Motel on Macon Road, says. Sgt. Aaron Evrard. As of now, there is a limited amount of information on this developing case. However, stay with News...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man. 23-year-old Jacob Pavlakos was last seen entering the woods behind Ace Hardware on Blackmon Road at approximately 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 16. Pavlakos was wearing a red shirt and...

BUENA VISTA, Ga. (WTVM) - A Marion County man has been arrested and charged with multiple crimes for the operation of a chop shop, says the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI). 45-year-old Mezquite Ramirez was arrested on August 10 following a search warrant execution at a Buena Vista residence. GBI...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A local non-profit organization that delivers meals to seniors says they were a van short after someone stole one. Direct Services off Hamilton Road in Columbus typically delivers 12,00 meals daily across 16 counties. However, that number was cut short Monday after they said someone stole one of their vans over the weekend.

LAGRANGE, Ga. (WTVM) - Lagrange police released their findings in the excessive use of force investigation involving two officers. The complaint stems from an incident that happened last Thursday. On August 11, a woman accused Officer Matthew Turner and Investigator Brandon Dorsey of using excessive force while arresting Broderick Brown...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Columbus Fire Department is on the scene of a house fire on 17th Avenue. According to officials, the fire originated on a stovetop on the 2600 block of 17th Avenue. No injuries have been reported.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A murder suspect had his first court appearance Tuesday morning after an alleged vehicle chase on Buena Vista Road that led to the suspect’s ex-girlfriend fatally shot and another woman critically injured. News Leader 9 crews were exclusively in court this morning for 26-year-old Marquavious...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - A 16-year-old student has been arrested after bringing a gun to a local high school. On August 9, a weapon was confiscated at Jordan High School. According to the school district, school administrators received a tip from a student that another student had a weapon on campus.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Police Department is investigating a car crash that lead to the death of an individual. On August 13, at approximately 9:54 p.m., officers responded to the 1400 block of Boxwood Boulevard regarding an accident with injuries. Officers discovered a vehicle that had crashed into...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - While riding down Macon Road, you may notice some black tar patches. The Department of Transportation says Macon Road has needed to be resurfaced for over two years. The busy road is typically repaved every 11 to 12 years. While work is being done, drivers need...

OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - An Alabama Senator and Lee County Revenue Commissioner were arrested on multiple misdemeanor warrants, Opelika police confirmed. Ala. State Senator for District 13 Randy Price and his wife, Lee County Revenue Commissioner Oline Price, were arrested on three warrants for large animals running at large. According...

STEWART COUNTY, Ga. (WTVM) - The Stewart County Sheriff’s Office located a missing teen. 16-year-old Amani Blue was last seen on August 15 at approximately 11 p.m. She was seen leaving her residence in Richland. Blue was located on August 16 and is safe.

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - We have new details about the bookbag ban at Jordan High School in Columbus. The decision comes days after a weapon was confiscated from a student on school grounds. Our Ahniaelyah Spraggs spoke with parents who think this decision is excessive. “It’s just unfortunate that we’re...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Paws Humane Society is hosting the ‘No Empty Bowls’ pet food pantry next weekend. On August 27, Paws will host the pet food pantry from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. The pantry is open for Alabama and Georgia residents while supplies last. Pets for...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - Piedmont Columbus Regional is hosting a clinical hiring fair this week. The hiring fair will take place on August 23 from 3 - 7 p.m. at the Bibb Mill Event Center - located at 3715 1st Avenue in Columbus. Piedmont Columbus Regional is hosting a hiring...

SMITHS STATION, Ala. (WTVM) - A community-wide event was hosted by Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church for the city to hear about services and resources available to them. Those in attendance were city and county officials, other local churches, and people of all ages. Mount Olive provided free hotdogs and...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Columbus Civic Center has partnered with Columbus Airport to create a state-of-the-art lounge experience for guests. Columbus Airport’s First-Class Lounge will be located inside the civic center next to the arena floor. The premier lounge will allow arena guests to enjoy an exclusive experience while attending events.

CHAMBERS COUNTY, Ala. (WTVM) - The Alabama High School and Junior High Rodeo Association is having its 3rd annual rodeo in Chambers County. On September 3 and 4, over 200 students from all over Alabama will come out to compete. The top four-point earners in each qualifying event will represent...

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) - The Muscogee County School Board meeting revealed the name of William Henry Spencer High School’s auditorium. It will be named after Mr. WIlliam R. Flewellen, who attended the school. Muscogee County officials say Flewellen impacted students, teachers and parents at the school with selfless acts...