Dear Ohio State Community Member:
You are receiving this notice because a crime has occurred that is considered to be of a concern and/or a continuing threat to the campus community.
The purpose of this message is to heighten your safety awareness by providing community members with information necessary to take appropriate precautions, enable you to take actions to help increase your safety, and to aid in the prevention of similar crimes.
On Sunday, July 7, at approximately 2 a.m., a robbery occurred in the courtyard of the Gateway shopping center (75 E. 11th Ave), just east of High Street. This is considered Clery reportable property.
During the robbery, one person was shot, and two suspects stole the victim’s backpack before fleeing east toward the nearby Gateway parking garage. The victim – who is not affiliated with the university, meaning not a student, faculty or staff member – was shot in the foot and transported to the hospital in stable condition. No other injuries are currently known. Police responded immediately and have one of the two suspects in custody.
Suspect one, the shooter, is described as a Black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt with white lettering on the front and the hood up, a large black backpack, black shorts and a possible tattoo on his leg. A photo of this first suspect is shown below. The second suspect was taken into police custody south of campus.
The Columbus Division of Police (CPD) is the lead law enforcement agency and is investigating the crime with assistance from The Ohio State University Police Division (OSUPD). Anyone with information is encouraged to call CPD at 614-645-4545.
Crimes are never the fault of the victim. OSUPD encourages everyone to lock doors and windows. When possible, please walk with friends or coworkers and always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night. If you see something, say something: report suspicious behavior by calling police. Additional safety resources are available at: dps.osu.edu/resources
OSUPD carefully considers information contained in safety notices. All decisions are handled on a case-by-case basis with the safety of our campus community in mind. Law enforcement officers and dispatchers are trained to interview witnesses in an effort to obtain as much information as possible, such as build, hair style, hair color, facial hair, skin tone, eye color, tattoos or identifying marks, teeth, clothing, shoes, etc. OSUPD may limit the use of race, or other descriptors, unless accompanied by a detailed description of the suspect. In an effort to share information in a timely manner, details may be limited and are based on information known or reported at the time of issuance.