Two dead in shooting near east Columbus school
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- Two people are dead after a reported shooting near an elementary school playground on Columbus’ east side Monday afternoon.
According to a Columbus police spokesperson, the shooting was reported on the 400 block of South Hampton Road, near Fairmoor Elementary School. Eastmoor Academy is also a short distance from the reported shooting location.
According to Columbus police dispatchers, the victims were pronounced dead at 3:33 p.m.
Columbus Police spokesman Sgt. Joe Albert said the victims were identified as an older man and woman, who were found inside a home by a family member, who had not heard from the victims in a few days.
Albert said a firearm was found inside the home near the victims and that it is too early to determine what led to the shooting.
The coroner's office will determine how long the two victims were dead, Albert said.
Anyone who may have information is asked to contact the Columbus police at 614-645-4545.