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Ohio State police investigating shooting south of campus; 1 struck by bullet fragment

A Buckeye Alert was issued around 6:25 p.m. after a report of a shooting at North High Street and East 11th Avenue.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio State Police Department is investigating a report of a shooting just south of campus on Wednesday.

A Buckeye Alert was issued around 6:25 p.m. after a report of a shooting at North High Street and East 11th Avenue.

Police said one person was struck by a bullet fragment. They were taken to a hospital to be treated for a minor injury. A bullet also struck a vehicle with two people inside, but the occupants were not injured. 

Police said the suspects are believed to have fled the area.

Students and staff were asked to shelter in place while officers searched areas on and off campus for the suspects. Police said the suspects are believed to have left the area. The shelter-in-place was lifted but police are asking people to remain vigilant. 

Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to Columbus Police Felony Assault Detective Shotwell at 614-645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-TIPS (8477).

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