Tampering with Evidence

Media Information Date: 05/09/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Assault Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. Rob Cutshall #1930 Phone: (614) - 645 - Ext: 4141
Type of Offense/Incident: Tampering with Evidence Date: 04/16/13 Time: 3:44 P.M.
Location of Offense/Incident: N. 4th St. & E. 8th Ave Zone: 4 Precinct: 4
NetRMS Report #: 130298355 Cruiser District: 44

Victim: Amy M. Develvis Sex: F Race: W Age: 39

Suspect: Keniece Wyche Address: 275 E. 8th Ave
X Arrested Warrant on File Sex: F Race: B Age: 22
Charges: Tampering with Evidence 2921.12A1 of the O.R.C.

Suspect: Unknown Sex: M Race: B

Incident Summary: On April 16, 2013 at 3:44 P.M., a shooting occurred at the corner of N. 4th Street and E. 8th Street. A COTA bus traveling N/B on N. 4th Street was struck several times by the gunfire. A passenger on the COTA bus a Ms. Amy Develvis was struck one time in the head by gunfire. Ms. Develvis was transported to a local area hospital in critical condition. A red Chevy Impala was seen leaving the area after the shooting. The Impala had a partially shot out rear window with a license plate located in the rear window. Several witnesses were interviewed at scene. The incident is still under investigation. If anyone has additional information about the shooting please call Central Ohio CRIME STOPPERS at 645-TIPS or Columbus Police Assault Unit Detective Rob Cutshall at 645-4141.

***Updated News Release***

Ms. Wyche was charged with one (1) count of Tampering with Evidence for disposing of evidence during the incident. If anyone has additional information about the shooting please call Central Ohio CRIME STOPPERS at 645-TIPS or Columbus Police Assault Unit Detective Rob Cutshall at 645-4141. Investigation continues.

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Aggravated Robbery

Media Information Date: 5/9/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Detective Bureau / Robbery Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. M. T. Smith#2198 Phone: (614) - 645 - 4665 Ext:
Type of Offense/Incident: Aggravated Robbery Date: 5/9/2013 Time: 4:06 p.m.
Location of Offense/Incident: 3655 N High St. Zone: 4 Precinct: 3
NetRMS Report #: 130370622 Cruiser District: 31

Victim: Chase Bank

Suspect: Unknown Address:
Arrested Warrant on File Sex: Male Race: White Age: 45-50

Incident Summary: On 5/9/13 at approximately 4:06 p.m. an unidentified male white entered the lobby of the Chase bank at 3655 N. High St. The suspect passed a note to the teller implying he had a firearm and demanded cash. The teller complied and gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect fled out of the front door of the bank and southbound on N. High St.

Anyone with any information as to the identity of the suspect is asked to contact the Columbus Police Robbery Unit at (614) 645-4665 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers (614) 461-8477.

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Aggravated Robbery

Media Information Date: May 10, 2013
Columbus Division of Police
CAP Bureau / Robbery Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Detective Todd Cress #2051 Phone: (614) - 645 - 2601 Ext:
Type of Offense/Incident: Aggravated Robbery Date: May 10, 2013 Time: 12:55 AM
Location of Offense/Incident: 3535 Clime Road Zone: 3 Precinct: 10
NetRMS Report #: 130372222 Cruiser District: 103

Victim: United Dairy Farmers

Incident Summary: On May 10, 2013, three masked, gloved, and armed males entered the UDF located at 3535 Clime Road. The suspects ordered the employees to the ground and demanded the money from the registers. The suspects also grabbed cigarettes and fled from the business through the backdoor. Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbus Police Robbery Unit, or if you wish to remain anonymous you can call Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477) Video of the incident is available at the Columbus Police Information Desk. If the video is to be aired please conceal/blur the identities of the employees/victims.

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Robbery

Media Information Date: 5/6/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Robbery Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: B. V. Boesch, #1803 Phone: (614) - 645 - 4665 Ext:
Type of Offense/Incident: Robbery Date: 4/22/2013 Time: 6:52 p.m.
Location of Offense/Incident: N. High St. and E. 2nd Ave. Zone: 4 Precinct: 4
NetRMS Report #: 130317706 Cruiser District: 41

Victim: Donald Leonard Sex: Male Race: White Age: 71
Victim: Bo Qian Sex: Female Race: Asian Age: 18

Suspect: Montrell T. Rocker Address: 1442 Atcheson St.
X Arrested Warrant on File Sex: Male Race: Black Age: 21
Charges: Robbery, F-2

Incident Summary: On Monday, 4/22/2013 at 6:52 p.m., Donald Leonard, 71 years old, was seated on a COTA Bus that was southbound on N. High St. around E. 2nd Ave. A young, unknown male black was seated behind Leonard wearing a green hooded sweatshirt and glasses. As the bus came to a stop, the suspect attempted to grab Leonard's cell phone from his hands. Leonard refused to let go of the phone and the suspect punched him several times in the face before fleeing off the bus. Attached are two images from the COTA bus' surveillance camera. The first shows the male walking towards the rear of the bus just after boarding. The second shows the male seated behind Leonard just prior to the robbery attempt. **UPDATE** Montrell Rocker was identified in this case, as well as a second strong armed robbery committed on a COTA bus back on 3/20/2013. Robbery warrants were filed against Rocker and SWAT officers arrested him on Sunday evening, 5/5/2013. Rocker confessed his involvement and was slated at the Franklin County Jail.

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Aggravated Assault

Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Homicide Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. R. Wachalec #1716 Phone: (614)- 645- 4746
Type of Offense/Incident: Aggravated Assault Date: May 4, 2013 Time: 2:19 a.m.
Location of Offense/Incident: 3872 Maumee Bay Way Zone: 2 Precinct: 9
NetRMS Report: #130353865 Cruiser District: 93

Victim: Ricky R. Taylor Sex: M Race: B Age: 32


On Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 2:19 a.m., patrol officers responded to 3872 Maumee Bay Way on the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, Mr. Ricky R. Taylor, who had sustained a gunshot wound to the upper body. Mr. Taylor was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. The location of this shooting is unknown at this time and there are no suspects. The investigation continues.

Incident #130353865

Detective Robert Wachalec is the primary detective assisted by Detective Phil Paley.

Any Persons with information are asked to contact CPD Homicide 645-4730 or Crimestoppers at 461-TIPS.

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NEWS RELEASE
DIVISION OF POLICE • COLUMBUS, OHIO
KIMBERLEY K. JACOBS • CHIEF OF POLICE

For Immediate Release:

For further information, Contact:
Sergeant David Pelphrey 374-7941

Public Information Office
May 3, 2013
MA# 23-2013

Amber Alert Update

***Suspect Arrest***

At 1:00 pm on Friday, May 03, 2013, Anton Devon Jones was arrested by The Columbus Division of Police. Columbus Police SWAT officers located Mr. Jones at the Motel 6 at 5910 Scarborough Blvd. Mr. Jones allowed himself to be taken into custody without incident.

Mr. Jones had warrants for no operator’s license, two (2) counts of Domestic Violence, two (2) counts of Assault, and 1 count of Burglary. A Kidnapping charge was filed against Mr. Jones as a result of the incident that gave rise to the Amber Alert.

Mr. Jones was transported to the Columbus Division of Police headquarters where he was given the opportunity to speak with detectives. Mr. Jones was incarcerated at the Franklin County Jail.

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NEWS RELEASE
DIVISION OF POLICE • COLUMBUS, OHIO
KIMBERLEY K. JACOBS • CHIEF OF POLICE

For Immediate Release:

For further information, Contact:
Sergeant David Pelphrey 374-7941

Public Information Office
May 1, 2013
MA# 22-2013

Amber Alert Update
Suspect Information

At 4:00 am on Wednesday, May 01, 2013, The Columbus Division of Police Special Victims Bureau issued an Amber Alert for 4 year old Andrian Johnson. The child was taken by Anton Devon Jones. Anton Devon Jones is believed to be driving a Black Cadillac, Ohio registration FDL-7217. The vehicle has slight front end damage and red paint transfer associated with the damage.

Special Victims Bureau Detectives have filed one count of Kidnapping, a felony of the 1st degree, as a result of the Amber Alert. Additional charges may be filed once the subject is in custody. In addition to the Kidnapping charge, Mr. Jones has active warrants for no operator’s license, two (2) counts of Domestic Violence, two (2) counts of Assault, and 1 count of Burglary.

During the commission of the kidnapping, Anton Jones was armed with a handgun and is considered extremely dangerous. Police ask that you not attempt to approach Mr. Jones, but to call 911 if you know his whereabouts.

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HOMICIDE - UPDATE

Media Information Date: May 1, 2013 UPDATE
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Homicide Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. G. Siniff #1011 Phone: (614) 645- 4077
Type of Offense/Incident: HOMICIDE Date: April 29, 2013 Time: 10:09 p.m.
Location of Offense/Incident: 1492 East Broad Street/180 Clifton Court #7 Zone: 5 Precinct: 7
NetRMS Report: #130339678 Cruiser District: 71

Victim: Anthony M. St. Clair Sex: M Race: B Age: 22

Suspect: Richard R. Cochran Sex: M Race: B Age: 50
Charges: Murder X Arrested Warrant on File

On Monday, April 29, 2013, at approximately 10:09 p.m., the victim, Mr. Anthony M. St. Clair, drove himself to OSU East Hospital, 1492 East Broad Street, seeking treatment for a stab wound to the upper body. Mr. St. Clair was pronounced deceased by Dr. M. Debard at 10:51 p.m. The actual location of this incident is unknown at this time. Any persons with information are asked to contact CPD Homicide 645-4730.

Detective Glen Siniff is the primary detective assisted by Detective Phil Paley.

This is the 25th homicide of 2013.

Incident #130339678

UPDATE: On Tuesday, April 30, 2013, during the course of this investigation, detectives identified 180 Clifton Court #7 as the location of this homicide. A suspect was also developed and Mr. Richard R. Cochran was arrested and charged with Murder in the death of Mr. St. Clair.

 

NEWS RELEASE
DIVISION OF POLICE • COLUMBUS, OHIO
KIMBERLEY K. JACOBS • CHIEF OF POLICE

For Immediate Release:

For further information, Contact:
Sergeant Rich Weiner 614-645-4593

Public Information Office
May 15, 2013
MA# 25-2013

Police Involved Shooting
***Update***

The police involved shooting that occurred onWednesday, May 15, 2013, in the area of North Broadway and North High Street is still under investigation by the Critical Incident Response Team.

The suspects have been identified as:

• Emanuel Gatewood, M/B, DOB 12-2-1988
• Kourtney L. Hahn, F/B, DOB 06-10-1991

Emanuel Gatewood was wanted for questioning in connection with the homicide of Lance M. Glenn which occurred at East Hudson Street and Howey Road on April 5, 2013.

It is the policy of the Division of Police not to release photos of our officers.

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Robbery

Media Information Date: 05/16/13
Columbus Division of Police
CAP Bureau / Robbery Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Detective Kim Atwood Phone: (614) - 645 - 4665 Ext:
Type of Offense/Incident: Robbery Date: 05/16/2013 Time: 5:17 AM
Location of Offense/Incident: 1043 W. Broad St. Zone: 3 Precinct: 8
NetRMS Report #: Cruiser District: 81

Victim: United Dairy Farmers Sex: Race: Age:

Suspect: Unknown Sex: Male Race: White Age: 20's

Incident Summary: On May 16, 2013 an unknown white male, mid 20's, 5'9', thin build, wearing a black hoodie with white graphic designs entered the United Dairy Farmers , 1043 W. Broad St. and approached the victim clerk. After asking for Newport cigarettes, the suspect implied a weapon and demanded cash from the register. The clerk complied with the demand and gave the suspect cash. The supect then fled on foot. The robbery was captured on video surveillance and is available at the information desk. Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbus Police Robbery Squad at 645-4665.

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Felonious Assault

Media Information Date: 05/14/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Assault Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. Rob Cutshall #1930 Phone: (614) - 645 - Ext: 4141
Type of Offense/Incident: Felonious Assault Date: 04/16/13 Time: 3:44 P.M.
Location of Offense/Incident: N. 4th St. & E. 8th Ave Zone: 4 Precinct: 4
NetRMS Report #: 130298355 Cruiser District: 44

Victim: Amy M. Develvis Sex: F Race: W Age: 39

Suspect: Anthony T. Saunders III Address: 1439 N. 6th St. Columbus, Ohio 43201
X Arrested Warrant on File Sex: M Race: B Age: 19
Charges: Felonious Assault 2903.11A2 of the O.R..C.

Incident Summary: On April 16, 2013 at 3:44 P.M., a shooting occurred at the corner of N. 4th Street and E. 8th Street. A COTA bus traveling N/B on N. 4th Street was struck several times by the gunfire. A passenger on the COTA bus a Ms. Amy Develvis was struck one time in the head by gunfire. Ms. Develvis was transported to a local area hospital in critical condition. A red Chevy Impala was seen leaving the area after the shooting. The Impala had a partially shot out rear window with a license plate located in the rear window. Several witnesses were interviewed at scene. The incident is still under investigation.

***Updated News Release****

On May 13, 2013 at 11:11PM, Mr. Saunders turned himself into Columbus Police Headquarters and was charged with one (1) count of Felonious Assault. Mr. Saunder was transported to the Franklin County Jail. If anyone has additional information about the shooting please call Central Ohio CRIME STOPPERS at 645-TIPS or Columbus Police Assault Unit Detective Robert Cutshall at 645-4141.

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Shooting - Felony Assault

Media Information Date: 5/13/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Assault Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. Charles Rosch #1633 Phone: (614) - 645 - Ext: 4373
Type of Offense/Incident: Shooting - Felony Assault Date: 5/13/2013 Time: 1:15 am
Location of Offense/Incident: 1881 Polaris PKWY Zone: 1 Precinct: 1
NetRMS Report #: 130381236 Cruiser District: 10

Victim: Juvenile Sex: M Race: W Age: 17

Suspect: Unknown Sex: M
Suspect: Unknown Sex: M

Incident Summary: The victim had just left the drive-thru window at Steak and Shake, 1881 Polaris Pkwy., when he and a friend were approached by two (2) unknown males.

One (1) of the unknown males, while standing at the drivers side open window, brandished a firearm. The victim grabbed at the firearm and then immediately drove off.

The unknown male appears to have fired one (1) shot at the victim and his vehicle. The single gunshot struck the victims vehicle and then the victim in the left shoulder.

The victim drove himself home and called 911. The victim was transported by medics to Riverside Hospital where he was in stable, non-life threatening condition.

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Felonious Assault

Media Information Date: 05/12/2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Assault Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Det. Rob Cutshall #1930 Phone: (614) - 645 - Ext: 4141
Type of Offense/Incident: Felonious Assault Date: 04/16/13 Time: 3:44 P.M.
Location of Offense/Incident: N. 4th St. & E. 8th Ave Zone: 4 Precinct: 4
NetRMS Report #: 130298355 Cruiser District: 44

Victim: Amy M. Develvis Sex: F Race: W Age: 39

Suspect: Anthony T. Saunders III Address: 1439 N. 6th St. Columbus, Ohio 43201
X Arrested Warrant on File Sex: M Race: B Age: 19
Charges: Felonious Assault 2903.11A2 of the O.R.C

Incident Summary: On April 16, 2013 at 3:44 P.M., a shooting occurred at the corner of N. 4th Street and E. 8th Street. A COTA bus traveling N/B on N. 4th Street was struck several times by the gunfire. A passenger on the COTA bus a Ms. Amy Develvis was struck one time in the head by gunfire. Ms. Develvis was transported to a local area hospital in critical condition. A red Chevy Impala was seen leaving the area after the shooting. The Impala had a partially shot out rear window with a license plate located in the rear window. Several witnesses were interviewed at scene. The incident is still under investigation.

Ms. Keniece Wyche was charged with one (1) count of Tampering with Evidence for disposing of evidence during the incident. If anyone has additional information about the shooting please call Central Ohio CRIME STOPPERS at 645-TIPS or Columbus Police Assault Unit Detective Robert Cutshall at 645-4141.

***Updated News Release***

The investigation has revealed Mr. Anthony T. Saunders III to be the shooter out of this incident. A warrant for Felonious Assault was issued for Mr. Saunders arrest. If anyone has additional information about the shooting or knows the wearabouts of Mr. Saunders please call Central Ohio CRIME STOPPERS at 645-TIPS or Columbus Police Assault Unit Detective Robert Cutshall at 645-4141.

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Felonious Assault

Media Information Date: May 12, 2013
Columbus Division of Police
Crimes Against Persons Bureau / Assault Unit
Kim Jacobs, Chief of Police
For further information, contact: Detective Michael Williams #1975Phone: (614) - 645 - 4141 Ext: 4189
Type of Offense/Incident: Felony Assault Date: May 5, 2013 Time: 5 p.m.
Location of Offense/Incident: 1399 Miller Ave Zone: 5 Precinct: 11
NetRMS Report #: 130379945 Cruiser District: 112

Victim: Raheem Willoughby Sex: Male Race: Black Age: 20

Suspect: Unknown Sex: M Race: B Age:

Incident Summary: On May 5, 2013, at approximately 5:00 p.m., the victim was shot by an unknown Male/Black in the alley at listed location in an apparent robbery attempt. The incident is still under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call the Columbus Police Assault Unit at 645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 645-TIPS.