The Columbus Police Department’s Property Crimes Unit made 53 arrests, cleared 66 cases, and filed 327 charges between May 22 – August 2, 2026. The reporting period covers the summer months, when increased activity throughout the community can contribute to higher reports of property-related crimes.
During this period, investigators handled a wide range of property-related offenses, including theft, burglary, entering auto, shoplifting, identity fraud, forgery, financial transaction card fraud, criminal damage and exploitation of an elderly person…