COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Five teens were shot early Tuesday at what police called a “pajama party” at a short-term rental property in Franklinton.
Around 12:45 a.m., Columbus police responded to a shooting in the 900 block of Bellows Avenue and said four of the victims are male, one female, and they are between the ages of 17 and 19. All are expected to recover. One victim was shot in the foot and taken to Grant Medical Center, and the other four took themselves to Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
According to police, the shooting occurred during a pajama party being held inside and outside the residence. At least a dozen witnesses were detained while police investigated the incident, which reportedly included several unknown shooters who opened fire into the house. As well, one person from inside the residence returned fire.
Police have not yet released any information on potential suspects. Anyone with information may contact Det. Ian Pruitt at 614-645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.