On Christmas morning, while many were unwrapping gifts and enjoying festive holiday moments, the tranquility was disrupted for some Columbus citizens. According to a social media post by the Columbus Police, 30-year-old Zachery Simpson engaged in an armed robbery of a business located on the 700 block of E. North Broadway on December 25 at approximately 9:35 a.m.
The suspect’s morning escapade swiftly escalated into a high-speed chase with Columbus Police officers after the armed robbery took place. Simpson’s flight from justice came to an abrupt halt after he crashed the vehicle involved in the pursuit. The authorities quickly apprehended him and now faces an aggravated robbery charge for his Christmas Day actions, one of the most joyous days of the year, which turned grim for the affected community…