Yesterday morning in Columbus’s Short North district, a locale known both for its vibrant arts scene and bustling nightlife, was disrupted by the echo of gunfire. According to ABC6, the police responded to reports of a shooting near Bernard’s Tavern on North High Street. The authorities found one person injured from a gunshot wound and swiftly took them to Grant Medical Center, where their condition was stabilized.
The Columbus Division of Police was called to the scene around midnight, an intersection currently cordoned with the yellow tape that speaks to the darker edges of urban dwelling. Details are sparse, but what is known, as chronicled by WBNS, is that the victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds. No information on a suspect or the lead-up to the incident has been released by the police, as the investigation continues to unfold. Members of the community with any knowledge of the case are urged to contact the Columbus Police’s Felony Assault Unit…