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Man shot, killed in east Columbus Thursday night

Columbus police responded to alerts of the shooting just after 11:20 p.m. in the 900 block of Geers Avenue, just off of East Livingston Avenue.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A man was shot and killed in east Columbus Thursday night. 

Columbus police responded to alerts of the shooting just after 11:20 p.m. in the 900 block of Geers Avenue, just off of East Livingston Avenue.

When police arrived, they found 30-year-old Gavin Lane, who had been shot, in front of the residence. Lane was taken to Grant Medical Center where he later died. 

Witnesses told police they saw a white SUV leaving the area at a high rate of speed. Police said the suspect drove himself to Mount Carmel East Hospital after being shot. His condition is unknown at this time. 

Authorities confirmed a gun was found with Lane.

This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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